Published by: Gollancz, June 1st 2010
Genre: YA, Fantasy
Pages: 320
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Source: Purchased
Cassel comes from a shady, magical family of con artists and grifters. He doesn't fit in at home or at school, so he's used to feeling like an outsider. He's also used to feeling guilty; he killed his best friend, Lila, years ago.
But when Cassel begins to have strange dreams about a white cat, and people around him are losing their memories, he starts to wonder what really happened to Lila. In his search for answers, he discovers a wicked plot for power that seems certain to succeed. But Cassel has other ideas and a plan to con the conmen.
I have been meaning to read this for TWO YEARS. Christ, that's a long time. I held off on this one because I was hoping it would be amazing - as amazing as Coldtown - but also because I can't stand Holly's fae series. I just cannot stand it. And I was hoping this wouldn't be the same - and it isn't. Hell yes. Praise.
The writing of White Cat is as lovely and evocative as The Coldest Girl In Coldtown. There's a certain subtlety to it, how emotions and feelings are played out in the smallest gesture, and I love that. I also reaaaaally like Cassel. I don't love him, but I expect that to change in the next two books.
The plot is wonderful as well. The story isn't anything like I expected it to be. I've been thinking of this book, off and on, for years, so I'd built up a real idea of what it would be and that wasn't the case. But I still liked it a lot. The white cat itself was awesome. I caught onto the plot twist right away and was thrilled when I was right. I love the intrigue and the magic system, and I love the world. It's reminiscent of the old royal families of Europe and also brings to mind the Borgias. Can't wait to read more of this series.
The writing of White Cat is as lovely and evocative as The Coldest Girl In Coldtown. There's a certain subtlety to it, how emotions and feelings are played out in the smallest gesture, and I love that. I also reaaaaally like Cassel. I don't love him, but I expect that to change in the next two books.
The plot is wonderful as well. The story isn't anything like I expected it to be. I've been thinking of this book, off and on, for years, so I'd built up a real idea of what it would be and that wasn't the case. But I still liked it a lot. The white cat itself was awesome. I caught onto the plot twist right away and was thrilled when I was right. I love the intrigue and the magic system, and I love the world. It's reminiscent of the old royal families of Europe and also brings to mind the Borgias. Can't wait to read more of this series.
But that ending is cruel and heartless and I am suffering. Not cool, Black, not cool.
Characters ★★★☆☆
Setting/world building ★★★★☆
Writing Style ★★★☆☆
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