Yes, Kingdom of Ash Is Banned!
ISBN: 9781619636118
Kingdom of Ash closes out the seven-book Throne of Glass series with a 980-page finale that’s equal parts battle epic and love story. Aelin Galathynius has been captured and tortured by the dark god Maeve, and her allies must fight across multiple fronts to free her and save Erilea from destruction. Maas delivers sprawling battle sequences, romantic payoffs that fans waited years for, and the kind of emotional catharsis that comes from investing thousands of pages in characters. The book is long, intense, and deliberately operates at maximum emotional volume.
Kingdom of Ash was challenged 14 times in the 2024-2025 PEN America data, with bans primarily in Florida and Georgia school districts. As with all Maas titles, the objections center on sexual content and graphic violence. The Throne of Glass series was originally marketed as YA, a classification that has put it in school libraries and, consequently, in the sights of book challengers. Maas has not publicly commented on the bans, but the sheer volume of her titles on removal lists (spanning two complete series and a spinoff) makes her a bellwether for the broader campaign against sexually explicit content in school libraries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kingdom of Ash banned?
Yes, Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas has been banned or challenged in 20 documented instances across 2 states in the United States, including Florida, Georgia. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.
Why was Kingdom of Ash banned?
Kingdom of Ash has been challenged and banned for the following reasons: Sexual Content, Violence. These challenges have come from school boards, libraries, and parent groups seeking to restrict access to the book.
Where is Kingdom of Ash banned?
As of 2025, Kingdom of Ash has been banned or challenged in Florida, Georgia. Notable bans include Hillsborough County Public Schools (2025), Nassau County School District (2025), Orange County Public Schools (2025).