2-3-4 Challenge Book Discussions #2 discussion

Describe the parabatai relationship. Do you think, overall, that it helps or hurts the Shadowhunters that enter into it? What is it about Jem’s and Will’s individual situations that make this partnership ideal for them?

I agree, Jessika. It’s akin to what we ask of 18-year olds when starting college...decide a career path for the rest of your life. It’s crazy.

The parabatai relationship is saving Jem, extending his life. In a way, it’s saved Will, too. It’s given him purpose.

There’s a purity of thinking in youth (normally) that might be beneficial in having them make a decision of this weight at their age. If they were asked to make it later in life, it would be biased by distrust and cynicism.