Cruel Crown

Name: Cruel Crown
Author: Victoria Aveyard

Victoria Aveyard · 2024

Fantasy

Banned in 1 country

About this book

Two women on either side of the Silver-Red divide tell the stories no one else knows. Discover the truth of Norta's bloody past in these two revealing prequels to #1 New York Times bestseller Red Queen. Also includes an exclusive excerpt of the hotly anticipated second book in the Red Queen series! Glass Sword transports readers to the world of Silver tyranny, a Red dawn rising, and one girl's resolve to break down the system that will hold her back no longer. Queen Song Queen Coriane, first wife of King Tiberias, keeps a secret diary—how else can she ensure that no one at the palace will use her thoughts against her? Coriane recounts her heady courtship with the crown prince, the birth of a new prince, Cal, and the potentially deadly challenges that lay ahead for her in royal life. Steel Scars Captain Farley exchanges coded transmissions with the resistance as she travels the land recruiting black market traders, smugglers, and extremists for her first attempt at an attack on the capital. She was raised to be strong, but planting the seeds of rebellion in Norta is a tougher job than expected—until she stumbles upon a connection that may prove to be the key to the entire operation: Mare Barrow.

Why it was banned

In 2024, "Cruel Crown" by Victoria Aveyard was banned at the school level in the United States, with the banning authority citing "Other" as the reason. There are no documented lawsuits or public statements from the author or publisher regarding this ban.

Censorship history

In 2024, "Cruel Crown" by Victoria Aveyard was banned at the school level in the United States due to concerns over its content, categorized under "Other." This ban reflects a broader trend of challenges to young adult literature that addresses themes of social justice and inequality, often led by local parent-teacher associations and school boards. Specific details regarding the challengers or formal complaints have not been documented, but the ban highlights ongoing debates about educational content in various school districts across the country.