"The Dark Artifices" is a young adult fantasy series by Cassandra Clare, set in the same universe as her previous works, including The Mortal Instruments. The story follows Emma Carstairs, a Shadowhunter, as she navigates love, friendship, and the challenges of her world while seeking to uncover the truth behind her parents' deaths. The series consists of three books: Lady Midnight, Lord of Shadows, and Queen of Air and Darkness. It explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the consequences of choices, all while featuring a rich cast of characters and intricate world-building within the Shadowhunter universe.