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Clockwork Princess

by Cassandra Clare · The Infernal Devices #3 · 592 pages · Published March 2013
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
4.46 / 5 across 230K ratings
Spice: 🌶️ (1/5)

A epic, romantic Young Adult ya fantasy built around final battle, love triangle resolution, sacrifice. 592 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Epic. Romantic. Devastating.

Epic Romantic Devastating

Mood Match

Epic Romantic Devastating
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  • You want a light, comforting read
  • You haven't read the earlier books in the The Infernal Devices series
  • You want a quick, short read
  • You prefer realistic, contemporary settings

Content notes

Violence Death
Final Battle
Love Triangle Resolution
Sacrifice
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

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

Mood profile
Romance
40%
Fantasy
75%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
3/5
Spice
1/5
Core elements
Genre
YA Fantasy
Moods
Epic
Romantic
Devastating
Key Tropes
Final Battle
Love Triangle Resolution
Sacrifice
Ending
Satisfying
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Is Clockwork Princess spicy?

Sweet (1/5) — hints of romance but nothing explicit.

Do I need to read Clockwork Princess in order?

Clockwork Princess is book 3 in the The Infernal Devices series. Reading in order is recommended.

Who would enjoy Clockwork Princess?

Readers who love epic and romantic stories with final battle and love triangle resolution. Best suited for Young Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is Clockwork Princess?

A epic, romantic Young Adult ya fantasy built around final battle, love triangle resolution, sacrifice. 592 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for Clockwork Princess?

Content notes include: violence, death. 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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