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White Cat (Curse Workers, #1)

Holly Black
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White Cat (Curse Workers, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010

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Holly Black

White Cat (Curse Workers, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

310

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary; New Jersey

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

White Cat by Holly Black follows a young man named Cassel who hails from a family of curse workers. Cassel struggles with dark family secrets, the ability to transform through touch, and unraveling his own mysterious past. The novel is part of the Curse Workers series.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

49,449 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

White Cat by Holly Black is praised for its intricate plot and imaginative world-building, blending urban fantasy with crime noir. Reviewers commend its unique magic system and compelling protagonist. However, some find the pacing uneven and supporting characters underdeveloped. Overall, it offers a gripping, fresh twist on the fantasy genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read White Cat (Curse Workers, #1)?

Readers who enjoy White Cat by Holly Black are typically fans of dark urban fantasy with morally complex characters. They appreciate the gritty world-building found in works like The Mortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare and the supernatural elements of The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater.

4.1

49,449 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

310

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary; New Jersey

Publication Year

2010

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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