Strange New World by Vivian Shaw
The spectacular conclusion to the Dr Greta Helsing series - prepare to be swept off your feet by this novel of mystery, medicine and arcane magic.
While the stakes have risen with each book, Shaw stays true to tone and characterization, maintaining the wit and sophisticated writing of the previous books and advancing Greta's character as a strong woman and caring medical professional -- BOOKLIST on GRAVE IMPORTANCE
Shaw's delightful third novel featuring Dr Greta Helsing. . The creative worldbuilding around magically enhanced mummy medicine and mystical Egyptology hits just the right note, and her bold story engages the powers of Heaven, Hell and everything in between while maintaining a character-centered, intimate approach that keeps the reader deeply involved. Readers will hope they haven't seen the last of Greta and her crew -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY on GRAVE IMPORTANCE
A rollicking adventure with real substance, rooted enough in the traditions of the genre to have real weight, while also firmly located in the modern world. Combine this with sharp writing and great characters and - since this is described as the first Greta Helsing novel - you have what promises to be a great series -- BLUE BOOK BALLOON on STRANGE PRACTICE
Vivian Shaw has written an astoundingly accomplished debut novel . . . a compelling, well-characterised novel with tight pacing and a great sense of humour. You should run, not walk, to get your copy now. (Seriously. I'm not joking. It's so good.) -- Liz Bourke, on STRANGE PRACTICE
I loved every page of it . . . a spectacularly fun book -- POWDER AND PAGE on DREADFUL COMPANY
The book's mix of humor, mystery, urban fantasy, and gothic horror ultimately struck all the right chords with me . . . I'm already looking forward to the next one -- BIBLIOSANCTUM on STRANGE PRACTICE
I loved revisiting Greta's world! -- BLUE BOOK BALLOON on DREADFUL COMPANY
This witty novel is perfect for fans of Good Omens, complete with an ironic, fun take on demons, angels and everything in between . . . a charming series -- BOOKLIST
Shaw's delightful third novel featuring Dr Greta Helsing. . The creative worldbuilding around magically enhanced mummy medicine and mystical Egyptology hits just the right note, and her bold story engages the powers of Heaven, Hell and everything in between while maintaining a character-centered, intimate approach that keeps the reader deeply involved. Readers will hope they haven't seen the last of Greta and her crew -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY on GRAVE IMPORTANCE
A rollicking adventure with real substance, rooted enough in the traditions of the genre to have real weight, while also firmly located in the modern world. Combine this with sharp writing and great characters and - since this is described as the first Greta Helsing novel - you have what promises to be a great series -- BLUE BOOK BALLOON on STRANGE PRACTICE
Vivian Shaw has written an astoundingly accomplished debut novel . . . a compelling, well-characterised novel with tight pacing and a great sense of humour. You should run, not walk, to get your copy now. (Seriously. I'm not joking. It's so good.) -- Liz Bourke, on STRANGE PRACTICE
I loved every page of it . . . a spectacularly fun book -- POWDER AND PAGE on DREADFUL COMPANY
The book's mix of humor, mystery, urban fantasy, and gothic horror ultimately struck all the right chords with me . . . I'm already looking forward to the next one -- BIBLIOSANCTUM on STRANGE PRACTICE
I loved revisiting Greta's world! -- BLUE BOOK BALLOON on DREADFUL COMPANY
This witty novel is perfect for fans of Good Omens, complete with an ironic, fun take on demons, angels and everything in between . . . a charming series -- BOOKLIST
Vivian Shaw was born in Kenya and spent her early childhood at home in England before relocating to the US at the age of seven. She has a BA in art history and an MFA in creative writing, and has worked in academic publishing and development while researching everything from the history of spaceflight to supernatural physiology. In her spare time, she writes fan fiction under the name of Coldhope.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780356521077 |
| ISBN 10 | 0356521079 |
| Title | Strange New World |
| Author | Vivian Shaw |
| Series | Dr Greta Helsing |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Year published | 2025-05-20 |
| Number of pages | 416 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |