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Clockwork Prince

by Cassandra Clare · The Infernal Devices #2 · 528 pages · Published December 2011
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
4.36 / 5 across 265K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A romantic, tense Young Adult ya fantasy built around love triangle, political intrigue, victorian. 528 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Romantic. Tense. Atmospheric.

Romantic Tense Atmospheric

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Romantic Tense Atmospheric
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  • You need romance or spice to stay engaged
  • You haven't read the earlier books in the The Infernal Devices series
  • You want a quick, short read
  • You need a strong romance to drive the plot

Content notes

Violence
Love Triangle
Political Intrigue
Victorian
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
75%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
YA Fantasy
Moods
Romantic
Tense
Atmospheric
Key Tropes
Love Triangle
Political Intrigue
Victorian
Ending
Satisfying
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Is Clockwork Prince spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Do I need to read Clockwork Prince in order?

Clockwork Prince is book 2 in the The Infernal Devices series. Reading in order is recommended.

Who would enjoy Clockwork Prince?

Readers who love romantic and tense stories with love triangle and political intrigue. Best suited for Young Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is Clockwork Prince?

A romantic, tense Young Adult ya fantasy built around love triangle, political intrigue, victorian. 528 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for Clockwork Prince?

Content notes include: violence. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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