Better in Black

PRE-ORDER NOW! Romance, love, drama and obsession in this gripping collection of ten brand-new stories from across the world of The Shadowhunters - the international bestselling series and smash Netflix show.

"A gorgeous fantasy that's so good, it's dangerous." Holly Black

Go deeper into the very best forbidden loves, love triangles and enemies to lovers ever written in this thrilling, swoon-worthy collection from across The Shadowhunters series.

Ten couples. United by love. Divided by danger.

Jace and Clary seek out an exiled Shadowhunter and learn that love can save the world - or destroy it.
Will and Tessa are enjoying their honeymoon in Paris when a séance sends them down an unexpected path.
Simon and Izzy are together in New York when they observe increased demonic activity.

These are just a few of the beloved couples whose romantic escapades will have you on the edge of your seat across time and storylines from Cassandra Clare's expansive Shadowhunters series. Don't miss a chance to reunite with:

Anna and Ari
Emma and Julian
Kieran, Mark, and Cristina
James and Cordelia
Thomas and Alastair
Sebastian and the Seelie Queen
Jocelyn and Luke

A love letter to every Shadowhunter fan, and perfect for any romantasy lover, this riveting story collection also includes a sneak peek at The Wicked Powers, the majestic trilogy that will be the grand finale of the entire series.

Relive the love stories that started it all or begin your Shadowhunters obsession with the first in each series: City of Bones, Clockwork Angel or Chain of Gold.

LOOK OUT FOR THE WICKED POWERS - COMING IN 2026. AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER SOON.

About the author

Cassandra Clare

Product details

• Authors: Cassandra Clare, Clare Cassandra
• Publisher: Walker Books Uk
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 14 to 18
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 04.12.2025
• EAN: 9781529532661
• ISBN: 978-1-5295-3266-1
• No. of pages: 448
• Dimensions: 160 mm x 235 mm x 38 mm
• Series: Shadowhunter Academy
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Young people's books from 12 years of age; FICTION / Fantasy / Epic, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Romance / Paranormal, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Fantasy / Epic, Of specific Gay & Lesbian interest, Fantasy & magical realism (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: LGBTQ+, FICTION / Fantasy / Romance, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Fantasy / Romance, Children’s / teenage fiction: epic fantasy / heroic fantasy, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Contemporary and urban fantasy, YOUNG ADULT FICTION / LGBTQ+ / General, Relating to LGBTQIA+ people