BANNED

Yes, These Hollow Vows Is Banned!

by Lexi Ryan · Clarion Books · 2021

ISBN: 9780358386599

4 documented challenges

These Hollow Vows follows Brie, a mortal girl who has been stealing to support her sister. When her sister is abducted to the fae realm, Brie strikes a bargain with a faerie prince to get her back. Pulled into the glittering and dangerous Unseelie Court, she finds herself caught between two princes with competing agendas, and discovers that the fae world’s politics are far deadlier than any human scheme.

The novel has been challenged for sexual content and violence. Part of the “romantasy” boom in YA publishing, it has been removed from school libraries in Texas and Florida.

Why Was It Banned?

Where Was It Banned?

Texas Keller ISD 2022
Florida Brevard County Public Schools 2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is These Hollow Vows banned?

Yes, These Hollow Vows by Lexi Ryan has been banned or challenged in 4 documented instances across 2 states in the United States, including Texas, Florida. It remains one of the most frequently challenged books in America.

Why was These Hollow Vows banned?

These Hollow Vows 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 These Hollow Vows banned?

As of 2025, These Hollow Vows has been banned or challenged in Texas, Florida. Notable bans include Keller ISD (2022), Brevard County Public Schools (2023).