Rachel Whitelaw was a Shadowhunter and the adoptive child of Adam and Marian Whitelaw.
Biography[]
Since Marian and Adam did not have children of their own, they readily took Rachel and the other Whitelaw cousins after the death of their parents. Marian and Adam adored the children, especially Rachel as she was the baby of the family.
In 1989, Rachel and the rest of the Whitelaws were defending a werewolf pack being held hostage by the Circle in Chinatown, New York City. When Rachel attacked Maryse Lightwood, Robert Lightwood killed her to protect his wife. Her death not only rallied Marian and the others, but also rattled Maryse and the Circle members for having spilled Nephilim blood. Unfortunately, none of the Whitelaws survived the battle and her murderer was later given her parents' position as head of the New York Institute.[1]
Appearances[]
- The Last Stand of the New York Institute (first and only appearance)
- Son of the Dawn (mentioned only)