A review by savvylit
White Horse by Erika T. Wurth

dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

White Horse is a character-driven literary thriller that combines Urban Native culture with an exploration of family trauma. In order to cease the hauntings, Kari must discover more about her mother's cryptic past. Not only that, but her mother's side of the family is indigenous. As Kari unravels the mysteries of her mother's ghost, she learns more about her ancestors and her Native identity.

Kari and her cousin Debby are both incredibly well-developed, complex characters. White Horse is so easy to get invested in - and not just because of the ghosts. (Though the ghosts are definitely intriguing and scary). Overall, the reason it's easy to get invested in this book is because the characters are loveable and empathetic. One of my biggest pet peeves in books in general is when characters are shallow and inaccessible; Kari & Debby are the opposite of that. I can't wait to read more of Wurth's work!
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