Content report card
What's inside
Medium confidence
Moderate
· 3/5
Multiple sword fights and combat scenes; some character deaths occur but are not dwelt upon graphically.
Moderate
· 3/5
Frequent use of profanity and crude language throughout; characters curse regularly in casual dialogue.
Some
· 2/5
References to sex work and sexual situations; no explicit scenes but adult themes are present.
Mild
· 1/5
One supporting character is implied to be gay, though not a central focus of the narrative.
Some
· 2/5
Themes of betrayal, con artistry, and moral ambiguity; some characters face peril and difficult circumstances.
Mild
· 1/5
Characters drink alcohol socially and in tavern settings.
What it offers
Strong
· 4/5
Loyalty, friendship, cleverness, redemption through wit and courage, and the value of found family are central themes.
Strong
· 4/5
The protagonists, despite being thieves, demonstrate integrity toward one another, quick thinking, and genuine care—they mentor younger members and operate by a code of honor.
A note for parents
The Lies of Locke Lamora is an adult fantasy novel that centers on charming con artists and thieves, with clever plotting and strong character dynamics that appeal to mature teen readers. The book contains moderate violence (sword fights, some deaths), adult language, and occasional sexual references, though nothing graphic. While the protagonists are criminals, the story emphasizes loyalty, wit, and ingenuity in ways that feel more roguish than morally corrupt, making it suitable for older teens interested in sophisticated fantasy.
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From the publisher
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Shelved under
Fiction, fantasy, general
Fantasy
Fiction
American Science Fiction And Fantasy
Fiction - Fantasy
Fantasy - Epic
Fiction / Fantasy / Epic
Juvenile fiction
Gangsters
Swindlers and swindling
Orphans
Adventure stories
ISBN 9780553588941 · Bantam Dell
For your family
Is “The Lies of Locke Lamora” right for your kid?
Ready from about age 15.
For younger readers
This fantasy novel features sword fights and some character deaths, along with frequent profanity woven through the dialogue and casual references to adult themes like sex work. Reading it together can help you discuss the trickery and moral choices the characters make, which makes it enjoyable even for younger teens who like sophisticated stories.
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