Common Sense Media Review
By Mary Eisenhart
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Exciting adult High Fae love story has sex, gore, language.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 17+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Read
What's the Story?
A COURT OF SILVER FLAMES finds Nesta, elder sister of the Night Court's High Lady Feyre (seen in previous books), transformed from human to High Fae much against her will, newly endowed with unknown magic, obsessed with her father's brutal death, and seeking oblivion in sex and drink as her loved ones look on helplessly. Feyre and her mate Rhys snatch Nesta from the path of self-destruction to the Night Court and an ancient library, where she forms a bond with the mysterious female librarians. Centuries-old winged warrior Cassian, who loves her deeply, is there to help her find her power and learn how to use it—with martial arts training, and also lots of sex.
Is It Any Good?
Sarah J. Maas spins another sex-drenched magical narrative of court intrigue, cosmic conflict, violent death, traumatic memories—and also love, family, friendship, and finding yourself. A Court of Silver Flames, set in the complex, richly built world of A Court of Thorns and Roses, takes its characters to some dark places, but also better ones. The series is justly famous for its detailed sex scenes, which will be the draw for many readers, but there's a good story in there too: a strong tale of traumatized young women finding their power, overcoming their fears, fighting back, being there for each other—and winning.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about fantasy romance—like A Court of Silver Flames—and its many variations, from fairy tale sweet to those with explicit sex. Do you have any favorites? What do you like best about them?
Nesta lives in a house that takes a liking to her and adjusts things to her wishes. If your house did that, what would it be like?
If you were suddenly transformed from human to a magical species, what would you find hardest to deal with—and what would you really like?
Talk about how the main characters model traits like teamwork, empathy, and perseverance. How do these character strengths help the characters achieve what they are working toward? When is it hard for them to work together, be empathetic, or keep going? How do they overcome?
Book Details
- Author :
- Genre : Fantasy
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Friendship
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Courage , Empathy , Self-control , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Bloomsbury
- Publication date : February 16, 2021
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 18 - 18
- Number of pages : 768
- Available on : Paperback, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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