The White Cat is the first book in a new urban fantasy trilogy from Holly Black. No faerie world this time, but a 1920s mobster world where one out of a thousand
people is a "curse worker" with a paranormal ability. One of the concepts in the story, that I liked, is that curse workers must contend with blow-back when they use their abilities. Cassel, a boy
from a con artist family where everyone has a paranormal ability, but him, is struggling against his dreams and memories
that are forcing him into dangerous situations. When you are from a con
artist family it is hard to know who to trust. There are enough twists to this cat's tale to be an enjoyable read. I recommend it to those who like urban fantasy. Rating: 3 and a half stars.
