An absolute joy'' TJ Klune ''A whip-smart, lusciously atmospheric adventure'' Frances White ''Fantastic and fresh'' Wesley Chu In Belle Epoque Paris, a monster is murdering powerful men. Stopping it may be a woman''s job. A researcher at Royal Society for the Study of Abnormal Phenomena, Samantha Harker is more used to papercuts than knife fights. She also harbors a special power, allowing her to into the minds of monsters. It could help her crack this case ─ or have her thrown into an asylum. Dr Helena Moriarty is the Society''s finest agent who has forged a formidable career, despite the looming shadow of her notorious father. Where Hel''s partners have a way of dying in mysterious circumstances, the recluse Professor Moriarty doesn''t seem far behind. From Paris'' glittering opera house to its darkest catacombs, the investigation pits Sam and Hel against magic, monsters, and men. And beneath their tenuous partnership, something else is growing . . . The worlds of Dracula and Sherlock Holmes collide in this thrilling exploration of feminine power. NetGalley readers LOVE Strange Beasts: ''I am speechless! One of my favourite books of the year, and I swear if this isn''t the first book in a series I may go feral!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''Think Sherlock Holmes x Fantastic Beasts x Supernatural with a sprinkle of Van Helsing ... I loved this book!'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''The perfect book for anyone who loves a puzzley mystery, badass ladies, and a dark atmosphere'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ''The perfect mix of murder mystery, gothic horror, fantasy and historical fiction'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐