This is a fun romp. Is there much substance here? Is it going to re-write the genre? Nah. But it's enjoyable as it is, with lots of fun aspects to the characters and the world they inhabit. This is a nice, fun book to help cleanse your reading palate.

Engaging follow-up to White Trash Warlock. Adam returns to Guthrie for his aunt's funeral. Some of his family and friends follow him, for varyious reasons. Secrets are uncovered.

I liked how the book zooms through its plot and reveals some of the Big Bads.

Trailer Park Trickster by David Slayton. This is book two in the Adam Binder series. Book one "White Trash Warlock" ends with family secrets revealed and Adam with "...the strange feeling of almost peace. It was over. For now." And then with the apparition of his great aunt Sue's cat Adam bolts out of the house.
Book two picks up as Adam arrives at Sue's trailer. It is an action-packed adventure. Adam tries to solve the mystery of the warlock from book one, uncovers more family secrets and tries to save everyone from the evil lurking. Vic, rushing to Adam's side is sidetracked into a magical adventure of his own. Throw in warlocks, druids, immortals at the brink of war, explosions, a pesky sheriff and the local on meth and Trailer Park Trickster a well-written, fun, fast-paced adventure. Highly recommend - IF you have read book 1. It would be quite difficult to jump into book two without knowing the background. Other pesky annoyances - in Trailer Park Trickster they named the evil entity from book one "Mercy". Ugh. I get the name due to location. But 'Mercy' doesn't not fit an ancient and horrifying spirit that was so destructive to Adam, Bobby, Annie, Vic and countless others.
Also, although book one ends in a bit of a cliff-hanger the evil has been defeated and the battle has been won. In Trailer Park Trickster the book leaves the reader with a huge cliff-hanger: the fate of one of the main characters left unknown. Who wants to wait another year to find out the resolution? Have I mentioned how much I hate clff-hangers??
Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for sharing this book with me in exchange for an unbiased review. The description was intriguing enough that I bought book one and read it before jumping into book two. Now if only David Slayton would publish the remainder of Adam's story in the next few weeks....

This second book in the series was just as much fun as the first. No sophomore slump here. The world building and character development continues to be well done, and the story keeps you entertained to the last page!

Adam continues to be such a great character to spend time with. He is getting used to being a warlock and learning about what that means. He is also learning more about his family and his ancestors, which leads to learning more about who the dark druid is and what he wants. I loved all of the turmoil and doubts that Adam goes through in this book, it just makes him feel all the more like a real person.

Finally, we are seeing things through Vic’s point of view! I really liked him and enjoyed his journey in learning a little bit more about what being a reaper might mean. He spends most of his time with Argent and Silver in the Fae plane trying to avert a war, but he doesn’t completely understand what is going on and that gets him into a bit of a tight spot. I also liked his angst and eventually coming to terms with Adam and their connection, and their relationship and what he learned about Adam’s brother and mother in the first book. Vic certainly went on a major journey in this book, both emotionally and physically.

The world building is just as wonderful in this book as it was the first. I loved the sea elves and their sphere of water in the middle of the desert. The politics of the fae was messed up and very complicated, but still kept you wanting to know more.

The story was pretty complicated, and there were actually two stories going on here. Vic and Adam spend almost the entire book separated and when they were together they usually argued. The ending of course was a cliffhanger, and makes me want to pick up the next book right now! I can’t wait to see what happens to this couple and to this world.

A really well done second book that picks up right where the first one ended and continues the journey of some great characters. If you enjoyed the first book, you will not be disappointed by this one.

It takes a lot to have a second great book in a series - and this one hit most of the mark! It's always difficult when you have a really phenomenal first book (which the first of this series was) but this one is a really wonderful follow-up. Slayton's talent is clear in his ability to create worlds and characters that seem so real - he creates really clear and full characters full of flaws and humanity. I would do this book a disservice if I didn't say one of my favorite parts of it is how it handles homophobia. The book doesn't dance around it and how it's handled is reads as very real -insidious in a way that very few authors can successfully write, and the representation offered in this book of LGBTQIA characters is so so well done. I really enjoyed how Slayton created a magic system and used tarot hierarchy, and everything about how it's written reads as sincere without being cloying. I notoriously hate cliffhangers, and this is one, but I'm really excited for the third installment.

I really really loved this book - the dual narratives, the characters, and a great second installment to a new urban fantasy series.

ARC received from NetGalley.

This is the second book in David R. Slayton's Adam Binder series, <i>Trailer Park Trickster</i>. I was lucky enough to review both the first and second books for the author/publisher prior to publication. Although I am grateful for the ability to review the book, this analysis is completely free from coercion.

Let me start by saying that I really enjoyed this book, and it makes for a solid second book in the series. Does the second book have the newness and intrigue of the first one? For the most part. Is it as strong as the first book, I don't think so. I just think it's hard to follow up a stellar debut to a series with a book that's equal to or better than the first one a lot of the time. With that said, I still really enjoyed the book and devoured it.

Ultimately, I would still highly recommend this book to people who liked the first one. I think the book is a solid follow up to the initial novel in the series, and I look forward to seeing where this series goes in the future.

What a great follow up to a great series. I find that Slayton has a way with creating such gripping worlds and characters.. and his way of including LGBTQIA+ rep is some of the best in the industry.

You know, I liked this even better than book one. Adam has had a crappy life but he’s still a kind and decent man. You really want things to wind up okay for him! I also liked how much of a page turner this book was. The pages fly by now that the author has set the world up in book one. I’d really recommend this series to anyone that likes urban fantasy.

Trailer Park Trickster basically picks up right where we left off in White Trash Warlock – with the newly minted warlock Adam Binder rushing home to Guthrie, knowing that something bad has befallen his beloved great-aunt Sue. Sure enough, when he gets there, Sue is gone. Her granddaughter will only tell Adam that she had a heart attack, and demands that Adam leave her and her mother alone. Seconds later, Sue’s trailer explodes, and Adam knows that the mysterious dark druid he’s been hunting down is likely to blame.

The world-building in this series is impressive. I really like the magic system and the tarot-based elven hierarchy. The author’s descriptions are really fantastic, and I especially like the descriptions of the magical world that’s parallel to ours, as well as Adam’s descriptions of emotions as colors. I also liked the fragile, burgeoning trust between Adam and his family. He is still very wary of them, and rightfully so - but there are signs of healing.

I’m glad we get Vic’s POV in this one. I liked him well enough in the first one but I felt like I didn’t really connect to him that well. He just seemed kind of bland-ish, honestly. We get more of his thoughts, his motivations, and his personality in this book through the POV sections.

Representation: Gay & Bi main characters, Latinx main and side characters, black side character

Tw: homophobia

Thank you to Blackstone Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC of this book!

Trailer Park Trickster, the second book in the Adam Binder series, finds Adam back in his hometown facing down the darkness. There's an evil that's targeting the binder family, and in order to keep them safe, Adam has to figure out why the Binder line seems cursed. Meanwhile, Vic finds himself with Argent and Silver in the other world, getting mixed up in fae politics while worrying about his silent link with Adam.

David Slayton has a really great way with words. We see that again in the second book, and his voice for Adam especially is always so clear and heartfelt. I really enjoyed Adam's parts in this book. Seeing him play detective with his brother and mother, trying to put aside all the trauma of his childhood and the hurts they'd both dealt him added an extra layer of depth to the story that I really enjoyed.

Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy Vic's bits as much. I assume we'll find out more about what happened in the fae courts later, but it just felt a bit unfinished in this book. Like it was information we needed so Vic was put there to provide it to us, but that's really the extent of it. I think seeing that world would've been a better experience if Adam had been there and we got to see further than we did, so I'm hoping in book 3 it'll feel more satisfying.

The book ends on a cliffhanger that I actually enjoyed! The end of the book was great and I can't wait for book three!

I read and fell in love with the first book in the Adam Binder series, [book:White Trash Warlock|53255694] by David R. Slayton last Autumn, and I am pleased to say I liked its sequel even better.

Trailer Park Trickster isn't burdened by the need to introduce us to the characters we met in the first book, so it starts right in the middle of the action, where the first book leaves off. I was so happy to be back in this strange and beautiful world, with characters that felt like friends I haven't seen in a while, and in this book the world is even bigger. I loved seeing the Sea Elves, the Sea Upon the Land, and the Floating City; Slayton is a master at creating and describing fantastic locales.

Even more so than the first book, Trailer Park Trickster is a character study, and Slayton paints his characters with vivid descriptions and personalities. I enjoyed meeting more of Adam's family in this book. The Binders truly feel like a family, with flaws and quirks. I found myself hating Jodi and Noreen with all the intensity of the characters in the story, and rooting for Adam and Vic's relationship throughout.

Speaking of Adam and Vic, if I had one criticism, it would be that I didn't get nearly enough of them together in this book! I only remember them kissing one time. The main plot is complex and engaging enough that it already feels like a full story, but I would love to see more of Adam and Vic's relationship in the next installment, especially considering the tests they overcome in this one.

Another strength of this book is that Slayton gives the issue of homophobia a more prominent role, and handles it in stride. Oftentimes, I've found that this is a tough issue for authors to include and resolve in a way that is both organic to the story and true to life. But Slayton's homophobic characters are not caricatures, and their actions are not swept under the rug, nor are they wrapped up neatly with a bow. The sheriff Early is a good example of a realistic portrayal of homophobia, the casual, insidious kind that often occurs in real life, the kind that the perpetrator may not even realize is offensive. Jodi and her mother are good examples of the venomous kind of homophobia that is used purposefully to belittle and invalidate.


And then, the ending. Without giving anything away, it was exciting and infuriating. All I can say is, I NEED book three, like, yesterday.

I would definitely recommend this book to urban fantasy lovers, fans of rural lit, and gay readers who don't see themselves represented in the vast majority of the genre. It is so refreshing to see diversity brought to a genre that has for so long been about straight, white men and damsels in distress.

I ADORED White Trash Warlock, and Adam Binder is the sweetest most chaotic cinnamon role there is.

And Trailer Park Trickster only delivered more of Adam and the world that David has built. And this extending of the world building is what I love most about TPT. In WTW we see small glimpses of the grand magical world that exist in Adam Binder's life, but in this sequel we dive into. The plot thickens, and we see more of how the magical races live and act.

Adam's core story is close to home. He sit hunting down a druid hell bent on harming his family. And Adam is the only one that can deal with it. But we see the threads of a greater story being told in the background. Of elves and magical worlds that are a wonder to picture. David has a vivid vision of his world, and captures it neatly on the page.

Mysteries abound that are yet undiscovered, and like WTW we are left on a cliffhanger that has left me wanting more more more! What is Adam willing to give to help those he loves? That is always the question of Adam Binder.

If you loved WTW you will be obsessed with TPT. If you, like me, wanted more details about the magical world of Adam Binder, you will get those in this book.

Now, the wait for book three...

Man oh man I was waiting for this one! I think Slayton's world building is just too notch and you can truly feel his love/hatred for the Southern region lifestyle. As someone who knows what it is to be amongst 'white trash', I am consistently impressed with the accuracy of dialogue, details, aesthetic, everything. For Christ sake what's more white trash than a band named "Chlamydia Clown Car" performing a concert in a double-wide trailer.

I also so very much am in love with Adam and Vic and wish their relationship maybe got a bit more page time. I understood why they needed to be split up and narratively it wasnt shoe horned, but man I really crave more of that chemistry.

I think the struggle of this book is the urge to be an epic fantasy series. I love epic fantasy and it's wonderful genre, but this author and series just came out with White Trash Warlock and gave me a small southern charm world. Yes it's big, yes there is a lot to it, but I honestly don't care that much about the elven politics and all that jazz. It just felt distracting ultimately and I craved to be back in the inner workings and drama of the Binder family.
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Overall fantastic and can't wait for the next book!

Thank you so so much to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Trailer Park Trickster picks up where White Trash Warlock left us. We follow Adam back to Guthrie in hopes of finding the druid responsible for Mercy as well as the sudden curse of death upon his family. He is joined by Vic and his Brother Bobby and mother as he works to uncover the identity of the druid darkening his doorstep. Will Adam be able to keep his family safe? Or will it be the end of the line for the Binders?

These books, man. I am awestruck at the level of writing the author has poured into these books. Adam is such a lovable kickass character who you just want to be around. Even as a fly on the wall you feel swept up and blessed to be witnessing him and his Sight. He is beautifully flawed, a work in progress, but one you can't help but put full faith in. Vic comes into his own in this novel as well. When relationship turmoil rears its ugly head it is great to see him work through his own "stuff" while still staying true to who he is at his core. The elven brother(as well as ex) and sister are back in full swing, preventing Armageddon-like happenings on the Other Side as well as a brewing civil war between clans. While this seems like alot going on, it is the perfect balance. The pacing keeps you on your toes and reveal after reveal keeps you salivating for just one more chapter. I am trying to hold myself together knowing that it could be a year and two months wait for Deadbeat Druid, so I'll just sit here praying to the ARC Gods that they may smile upon me like they did for the first two in this series.

Grab a copy for yourself, your best friend, your awkward coworker, your dog, anyone who loves a phenomenal story wrapped in a magical bow. There is something for absolutely everyone in these books, you're.doing yourself an injustice if you don't read them. In the somewhat tweaked words of Matthew Mercer: Is it October 2022 yet?

AHHHHH! This book series is KILLING ME! It's so good! I loved the first book White Trash Warlock and this follow-up doesn't miss a beat. Adam Binder = My Heart. I find this author's writing style to be both humorous and impactful/meaningful. These characters are so complex and so well-written. Love this series!

Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for providing me with an e-arc of Trailer Park Trickster by David Slayton in exchange for an honest review.

The second in the series, Trailer Park Trickster picks up exactly where the last instalment ends following the death of Adam's Aunt Sue and, while there is some explanation of the magic system, this is limited and relies heavily on the previous title. Typically, however, this isn't an issue as most people will have read the series in order.

However, the fact that this title is part of a series is actually one of its downfalls as, in comparison to the previous title, Trailer Park Trickster falls flat. There is little connection to the characters and many of the new plot lines fall flat.

The tone comes off much more childish than would be expected of an adult novel and, as a result, it is not an enjoyable read.

I loved the first book in this series, and I’ve heard that many people really loved this book too, but I just couldn’t connect with it like the previous one. The characters are just as likeable as in the first book, and the story is very fast paced throughout so I can’t work out why I didn’t enjoy it :(. I think I will definitely give this another go when I can get a physically copy of it to see if I like it more on the second read, and I will 100% still be recommending this series to people!

This was a wonderful fast-paced book that started straight after the first one, Adam goes home to Oklahoma to confront his family history and the evil that has been stalking him from the last book.

I felt like I had to take breaks reading this book because my heart was racing so much. There were no dull moments for time to rest. This book developed both Adam and a character and his relationship with Vic. It also expanded our knowledge of the magical world a little more. I wish it had a little more development with his brother since the last book has so much focus on that. The book could have been longer with some downtime to focus on that and give the reader some time to breathe. It ended on a cliffhanger and I am excited to continue this series but hate that I have to wait.

Overall I enjoyed this book a lot and cant wait to read more. If you're a fan of urban fantasy, I definitely recommend this book for you.

I really loved White Trash Warlock, this first Adam Binder novel by David R. Slayton. The world-building was great and having a queer protagonist was icing on the cake. I had a little moment of worry starting Trailer Park Trickster that I wasn't going to enjoy the second book as much as I had the first book.

I needn't have worried.

Trailer Park Trickster picks up immediately where White Trash Warlock left off. Adam Binder is returning to Oklahoma to learn how and why his beloved aunt has died. What follows is a deep dive into the plots and themes of the series. Adam and his family learn more of their history, discover new power and new allies, and new purpose.

One of the things I loved about this book was the dual narratives. As Adam investigates in Oklahoma, Vic is part of a sweeping story involving the elves and starts to deal with the anture of his relationship with Adam. The two narratives play off one another and give a greater understanding of both the characters and the worlds they live in.

This was a great book and I can't wait until the next book in the series. If you like urban fantasy, definitely read these books!

White Trash Warlock was one of my favorite books of last year, and Trailer Park Trickster is a favorite of this year. David Slayton has done it again, and I am so impressed! This series is criminally underappreciated. Slayton has created some of the most well developed, interesting characters I have ever read, and a unique and enchanting magic system. LGBTQ+ representation in fantasy is incredibly important, and this is some of the best out there. I am so grateful for the opportunity to read this stunning sequel, and I can't wait to read more from this author!