Heartless
Sara Shepard
About this book
Four gorgeous girls are telling very ugly stories. First Emily, Aria, Hanna, and Spencer claimed they found a dead body in the woods behind Spencer's house, only to have it vanish without a trace. Then, when the same woods went up in flames, they swore they saw someone who's supposed to be dead rise from the ashes. And even after all that, the pretty little liars are still playing with fire. Call me heartless, but it's about time someone shut these liars up for good. After all, nobody likes a girl who cries wolf-least of all me. . .
Censorship history
In 2024, "Heartless" by Sara Shepard was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to concerns over its content, which some parents and educators deemed inappropriate for students. The ban was largely driven by formal complaints from parents and discussions at local PTA meetings, leading to school board votes that upheld the decision to remove the book from libraries and curricula. As of late 2024, the ban remains contested in some districts, with ongoing debates about the book's themes and suitability for young readers.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | SexualViolence |
