Chain of Gold Summary
"Chain of Gold" is a young adult fantasy novel by Cassandra Clare, which was released on March 3, 2020. It is the first book in "The Last Hours" trilogy and serves as a sequel series to "The Infernal Devices" trilogy. The audiobook version of "Chain of Gold" is narrated by Finty Williams and has a runtime of 21 hours and 22 minutes.
The story takes place in Edwardian London and follows the lives of James and Lucie Herondale, the children of Will and Tessa Herondale from "The Infernal Devices" trilogy. James is struggling to come to terms with his feelings for his best friend, Grace Blackthorn, who is engaged to his brother. Meanwhile, Lucie discovers that she has the power to open doors between worlds and begins to uncover a dangerous conspiracy involving demons and Shadowhunters.
As the story progresses, James and Lucie, along with their friends and family, must navigate the complex politics and relationships of the Shadowhunter world while trying to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy. Along the way, they encounter familiar faces from previous books, such as Magnus Bane and Tessa Gray, as well as new characters, such as Cordelia Carstairs and her friends.
One of the strengths of "Chain of Gold" is the way in which it expands upon the world-building and mythology of the Shadowhunter universe. Clare does an excellent job of introducing new elements while also connecting them to previous books in the series, which will be satisfying for fans who are invested in the larger story. The audiobook narration by Finty Williams is also excellent, with each character having a distinct voice and personality.
Overall, "Chain of Gold" is an engaging and well-written addition to the Shadowhunter universe. It will appeal to fans of the previous books, as well as those who are new to the series. The audiobook version is an excellent way to experience the story, particularly for those who enjoy immersive, long-form storytelling.
