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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
Very pleasantly surprised by this one! I got it on Audible because it was free, but I was blown away by the world building and incredible backstories. The characters were deep and relatable, despite (perhaps because of) the terrible things they've done. Purchased book 2 as soon as I finished this one, definitely recommend this as an easy to read, not too serious urban fantasy.
funny
Overall: 3.25
White Trash Warlock is an urban fantasy story that gives off Supernatural vibes. Young magic user Adam Binder is called by his brother Bobby to come to Denver after Bobby's wife becomes possessed. There is bad blood between the brothers after Bobby had Adam committed to the psych ward years ago because he failed to understand his brother's magic, a gift inherited from their abusive, deadbeat dad.
Liked:
- Being similar to early Supernatural is a huge plus. Two estranged brothers are united after years apart, and one of their significant others gets possessed by something evil. There is even a special old car that belonged to their father.
- Urban fantasy is a fun genre. The blending of worlds was really cool and made for some interesting worldbuilding and surprising twists.
- This doesn't shy away from brutality, which led to a few good action scenes.
- Adam's brother and Mom are still hateable, even with the depth added to them as the story goes on.
Didn't Like:
- I don't fully understand the magic system and how it works between the realms.
- Adam and Vic's relationship kind of annoyed me. Way too much "Would he still like me if I didn't save his life?"
- To the point about Bobby and the mom, people not believing in magic or supernatural things even after experiencing them annoys the hell out of me.
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
wheeee mlm urban fantasy !!!
I think what really sold White Trash Warlock to me was the characterization. The magic and setting didn't stand out, but I'm a sucker for an unreliable narrator. Getting two perspectives who are experiencing the same events was a real treat! The family dynamics between Adam, Robert, Tilly Mae, and Aunt Sue were A+, and the tension left over from their past was palpable. Adam has been dealing with a double whammy of disapproval from the family; not only gay but magical (crazy) too. The family response was believable and heartbreaking, but I was rooting for Adam from the get-go. Vic is easily my favorite in this book. He was refreshingly honest and accepting, and I appreciated his moral fiber in all the chaos. If this becomes a series, I will happily read a sequel!
Thanks to Blackstone Publishing and Netgalley for providing me an advanced copy in exchange for an unbiased review!
Thanks to Blackstone Publishing and Netgalley for providing me an advanced copy in exchange for an unbiased review!
Interesting story with many colorful characters, but I'm not sure what I think yet. I will give it another listen.
adventurous
funny
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
What a fun read! I loved the world-building, the characters were unique and interesting, and I feel like there's a solid plot setup going on for the series. I enjoyed this story a lot, and I look forward to the next entry in the series.
It was a lot of fun reading something set in Denver and recognizing the sites throughout the story.
I do hope Adam can have some light-hearted moments someday. The poor guy...
It was a lot of fun reading something set in Denver and recognizing the sites throughout the story.
I do hope Adam can have some light-hearted moments someday. The poor guy...
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes