Surrender Your Sons
Adam Sass
About this book
Connor Major's summer break is turning into a nightmare. When he comes out to his religious zealot mother, she has him kidnapped and shipped off to a conversion therapy camp that will be his new home until he “changes.” Connor plans to escape, but first, he’s exposing the camp’s horrible truths for what they are—and taking the place down.
Censorship history
In 2024, "Surrender Your Sons" by Adam Sass faced bans at the school level across various districts in the United States, primarily due to its themes surrounding LGBTQ+ issues and conversion therapy. Notably, in several states, including Texas and Florida, school boards voted to remove the book from libraries and curricula following complaints from parents and religious organizations. These actions reflect a broader trend of censorship targeting LGBTQ+ literature in educational settings, often justified by claims of protecting children from "inappropriate" content. The book's ban remains contested in some districts, with advocates for LGBTQ+ rights pushing for its reinstatement.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 2024 | LGBTQ+Religious |