Who Would Like This Book:
White Trash Warlock is a refreshingly unique urban fantasy, blending gritty realism with a magical underworld – think family drama, supernatural shenanigans, and a deeply relatable, flawed main character in Adam. It stands out thanks to its LGBTQ+ representation and a heartfelt, honest exploration of identity, trauma, and acceptance. If you like stories with underdog witches, found family feels, and the vibes of Dresden Files meets Supernatural – especially if you want a protagonist who isn’t super rich or overpowered – this is a perfect pick.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers might find the story’s emotional beats a bit undercooked, with major reveals sometimes glossed over instead of being deeply explored. There are also occasional pacing hiccups, abrupt scene shifts, and editing missteps (missing words, awkward transitions) that can pull you out of the narrative. If you struggle to suspend disbelief in urban fantasy settings or dislike messy family drama, this might not hit the mark for you.
About:
White Trash Warlock by David R. Slayton is an urban fantasy novel that follows the story of Adam Binder, a young witch with unique powers living in a trailer with his aunt. The plot delves into Adam's struggles with his past, including traumatic experiences and family dynamics. The book weaves elements of magic, spirits, and parallel worlds seamlessly into the existing reality of Denver, enhancing the reader's imagination. The narrative is enriched by the deep and layered characters like Adam and Bobby, whose shifting perspectives add complexity to the storyline.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include themes of childhood abuse, mental health struggles, and references to suicide, amongst others.
Has Romance?
There is a moderate level of romance present, including a slow burn and complex relationship dynamics but it is not the primary focus of the plot.
From The Publisher:
Not all magicians go to schools of magic.
Adam Binder has the Sight. It's a power that runs in his bloodline: the ability to see beyond this world and into another, a realm of magic populated by elves, gnomes, and spirits of every kind. But for much of Adam's life, that power has been a curse, hindering friendships, worrying his backwoods family, and fueling his abusive father's rage.
Years after his brother, Bobby, had him committed to a psych ward, Adam is ready to come to grips with who he is, to live his life on his terms, to find love, and maybe even use his magic to do some good. Hoping to track down his missing father, Adam follows a trail of cursed artifacts to Denver, only to discover that an ancient and horrifying spirit has taken possession of Bobby's wife.
It isn't long before Adam becomes the spirit's next target. To survive the confrontation, save his sister-in-law, and learn the truth about his father, Adam will have to risk bargaining with very dangerous beings … including his first love.
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