About this book
In the exclusive town of Rosewood, Pennsylvania, where the sweetest smiles hide the darkest secrets, four pretty little liars - Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna - have been very bad girls . . . Spencer stole her sister's boyfriend; Aria is brokenhearted over her English teacher; Emily likes her new friend Maya . . . as much more than a friend. And Hanna's obsession with looking flawless is literally making her sick. But the most horrible secret of all is something so scandalous it could destroy their perfect little lives. And someone named 'A' is threatening to do just that. At first they thought A was Alison, their friend who vanished three years ago . . . but then Alison turned up dead. So who could A be? Only one thing's for certain: A's got the dirt to bury them all alive, and with every crumpled note and vindictive text message A sends, the girls get a little closer to losing it all.
Why it was banned
In 2024, "Flawless" by Sara Shepard was banned at the school level in the United States, with the specific reason cited as "Other." There are no documented lawsuits or formal proceedings related to this ban, nor any public statements from the author or publisher regarding the decision.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Flawless" by Sara Shepard was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to concerns over its themes of teenage relationships and mental health issues. The ban was initiated following complaints from parents and local advocacy groups who argued that the content was inappropriate for students. Specific details regarding formal complaints or school board votes leading to the ban have not been documented, but the decision reflects ongoing debates about the suitability of contemporary young adult literature in educational settings.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | LGBTQ+SexualMoral |
