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A Court of Mist and Fury
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Brief summary:
The story of "A Court of Mist and Fury" continues the journey of the protagonist, Feyre Archeron, who is a mortal huntress that has become entangled in the world of the fae, powerful and immortal beings. In the first book, "A Court of Thorns and Roses," Feyre is taken to the fae lands as punishment for killing a faerie wolf while hunting. She discovers a complex and dangerous world, and she forms bonds with various fae characters.
In "A Court of Mist and Fury," the story delves deeper into Feyre's life in the fae realm, particularly in the Spring Court with her lover, Tamlin. However, the trauma and challenges she faced in the first book have left her deeply scarred, and she struggles to cope with the aftermath. As the story progresses, she forms new relationships, including a significant one with the enigmatic and complex fae lord, Rhysand.
The book explores themes of trauma, healing, empowerment, and personal growth, and it contains mature content and themes, including romantic and sexual elements. These mature themes have led to debates and discussions about the appropriateness of the book for its target audience.
Readers who object to books being banned often argue that censorship limits readers' freedom to make their own choices about what to read and that it's essential to trust readers, especially young adults, to make informed decisions about their reading material. They argue that instead of banning books, it's more productive to engage in discussions about content and provide guidance to readers, parents, and educators.
Banned in:
Pennsylvania
Central York School District
January 2023
Banned from Libraries and Classrooms
Part of the "A Court of Thorns and Roses" series of books by Maas,
Sarah J.