Interview: Cassandra Clare and Jamie Campbell Bower answer fan questions on Glamour U.K. Twitter
Cassandra Clare and Jamie Campbell Bower (Jace) are in London to promote The Mortal Instruments and the pair stopped by Glamour U.K. on Wednesday morning to answer some fan questions.
Check out the full interview:
Which characters are the best role models in The Mortal Instruments?
Cassandra Clare: Each has something different to teach people
How hard was it doing stunts? Was it difficult to recover?
Jamie Campbell Bower: Very difficult and no I’m still sore and going back to do No. 2 (City of Ashes)
Best joke on The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones set?
Jamie: We had a lot of private ones, but none made much sense. I was probably the biggest joker
Favorite and least favorite things about Jace?
Cassie: Fave – that he’s loyal. Least fave he doesn’t think when he acts
Jamie: Most fave vulnerability, least fave – the same as Cassie
How did the idea of this book series (The Mortal Instruments) come about?
Cassie: I was inspired after going to magical New York City
You said that Lily (Collins) is amazing as Clary. What was your favorite scene with her?
Jamie: Greenhouse scene
If you could play any other character, who would it be?
Cassie: Magnus
Jamie: Madame Dorothea
Has the character of Jace inspired/changed you?
Jamie: A lot. There are parts of Jace in me I didn’t know existed
What was it that made Jamie’s audition stand out?
Cassie: Jace goes through lots of emotional changes & Jamie could do that
What was your favorite weapon to play with and why?
Jamie: The staff, because I’ve never wielded a staff before.
Do you feel more identified with Jace before or after meeting Clary?
Jamie: After
Could you give us hunts to the plot of the last book (City of Heavenly Fire)?
Cassie: We leave this world entirely for a different world
What’s the #1 perk of being a Shadowhunter?
Jamie: Leather
if you could be any of the characters from City of Bones who would y0u be?
Cassie: Someone mundane and not in danger
Jamie: The cat Church
Is it true that you got a rune tattoo?
Jamie: It’s not true. I’m not getting a rune. I know what I’m getting
Best Jace line?
Jamie: To love is to destroy – it’s pretty accurate
Cassie: If you want me to rip my clothes off you should have just asked
Any plans for releasing some of your music on iTunes?
Jamie: Yes, lots of plans
Did your perception of the characters change after seeing the film?
Cassie: Yes, when I’m writing I picture the actors
Shadowhunter, vampire, warlock, werewolf or mundane?
Jamie: Shadowhunter
Cassie: Warlock
What are you most looking forward to for City of Ashes film?
Cassie: The court scene
Jamie: The development of characters
What celeb do you think is secretly a Shadowhunter?
Cassie: David Bowie
Jamie: The Hoff
Would you consider doing a song for the soundtrack?
Jamie: Absolutely. Unfortunately it didn’t happen this time
When are you back training for City of Ashes?
Jamie: Right now. It’s killing me. Shouldn’t have eaten a pizza
How do you make the decision of kill a character? How do you feel after?
Cassie: I know from the start, there’s an arc. I’m genuinely sad when they do.
If you were a warlock what would be your mark?
Cassie: Gills so I can find treasure underwater
What was your 1st reaction when you found out you got cast?
Jamie: I was shocked. I was prepared for a no. I opened a celebratry beverage. Watching Eurovision
When are you going to start filming City of Ashes?
Jamie: End of September
Which actor do you look up to?
Jamie: Old school actors & generally actresses. I love Audrey Hepburn
Who inspired you for the character of Jace?
Cassie: A bit Mr Darcy & Heathcliffe and a bit of people I’ve met in real life
C&J: Thank you! Come see the film 21 August!
TMI Source 
I am really wondering what’s with Jamie’s shirt…
He seems to wear it everywhere and whatever occasion :))
Who has she met in real life that is like Jace and where can I meet them?! If he is not getting a rune what is he getting, a quote? “To love is to destroy” maybe? I am really surprised that she pictures the actors now when she is writing I would have thought the characters she created in her head would have endured. Can’t wait to get more interviews but sometimes the answers just leave you with more questions!!
I love the fact that he says he loves Audrey Hepburn.. especially since Lily bears such a stunning resemblance to her! And the way he answers those questions, I mean, it’s unbelievable how alike he is to Jace. They seem to share the same kind of wit and I can’t wait to see how Jamie will do as Jace. It’s interviews like this that makes me sure in the casting choices made for this film – I’m sure he’ll be amazing (as will all of our lovely shadowhunters).
i was thinking the same thing, about how lily look like audrey
My question is. Is it true that Jamie only date’s. Redheaded women. Thanks. So much
lily is brunnette, they dated before her hair was died for the movie
Can we talk about how awesome Jamie is? “There are parts of Jace in me I didn’t know existed.” 🙂
See? Jace is not entirely fictional;)
Such a shame we won’t be getting Jamie on the soundtrack.
Cassie keeps saying it and I can’t help but wonder how will the Shadowworld be entirely different after CoHF?
And Cassie since you now picture the actors as the characters would you be so kind to think twice b4 killing any of them?
This is a great little interview. I love interviews that give us insight into the way actors feel about the characters they’re portraying. I love Jamie’s dedication and how similar he is to Jace.
I completely understand Cassie when she says that she now sees the actors when she writes about those characters. I too am finding it really hard to hold onto the initial images I had of the characters when I first read these books. 🙂
Jamie’s answers definitely got me laughing, that’s for sure! It was the greenhouse scene answer that got me though. After that I just couldn’t stop the laughing!
Aahh !! I just love Jamie , he always give a great interview he never seems to take himself too seriously …. I also love what Cassie said about him jace needed an actor who had the ability to do an emotional range and let’s face it whilst pettifyer is pretty that’s about it. Our jace deserved nothing less!!! Love them both x
Greenhouse scene. OMG. I just love this interview, Jamie seems to be really involved with the film and sequels, so happy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I awkward how we know when they re wear there clothes again for another occasion! 😀 I love Jamie for that! :3
JAMIE’S FAVOURITE SCENE WITH LILY WAS THE GREENHOUSE SCENE!!!! OH MY GOD!! I SMELL JAMILY!
Does any
Does anybody else just love the fact that Jamie said he would be church? That had me dying
Fabulous interview. Both are charming and magnetic people.
oh awesome and jamie wanting to be church hilarious and i love the quotes and aw he loved the green house scene. i wish i could have particpated but i wast at work
I just love Jamie. He is always so down to earth and so real. He’s always funny and his answers make you laugh. He is the BEST actor ever!!!!! Thank you Jamie for just being you! Love you Jamie ❤
Oh yeah, they start filming COA the end of September, but does anyone know where they will be filming?
Jamie is so lovely! so excited for the release of his music!! Also I picture the actors to when i read the books now as well!