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Clary Quote by Cassandra Clare

“Are you allowed to date faeries?” Clary asked finally. “Would your-would the Lightwoods be cool with Isabelle and whatshisname-” “Meliron,” put in Simon. “-Meliron going out?” “I‘m not sure they‘re going out ,” Jace said, weighting the last two words with a heavy irony. “I‘d guess they mostly stay…” quote by Cassandra Clare
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““Are you allowed to date faeries?” Clary asked finally. “Would your-would the Lightwoods be cool with Isabelle and whatshisname-” “Meliron,” put in Simon. “-Meliron going out?” “I‘m not sure they‘re going out ,” Jace said, weighting the last two words with a heavy irony. “I‘d guess they mostly stay in. or in this case, under.””

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Mortal Instruments, 2007

The passage humorously explores the challenges of dating supernatural beings, blending teenage romance with fantasy world rules.

In simple terms: Dating faeries is tricky because of their unique rules.

Key Takeaway

Respect supernatural boundaries when dating.

Themes

fantasy romance humor

Mood

playful lighthearted

Type

fictional conversational

When to use this quote

  • high school
  • magical societies
  • family gatherings
  • secret meetings

Key Concepts

faeries dating etiquette supernatural politics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How would you navigate cultural differences in a relationship?
  • What compromises are needed when worlds collide?
A Different Perspective

Supernatural rules may conflict with human emotions.

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