Arch skeptic and poster boy for the age of reason, Dr Newton Barlow thought he knew everything. Now he knows better.
Turns out that there is not only an afterlife, it’s his only available career path. Up against the very worst of human nature, Barlow is going to have to forget everything he ever believed in if he's going to save this world – and the next.
What readers have been saying about The Unhappy Medium:
"All I can say is wow." "A fascinating take on life and the afterlife with loads of heroes and villains and adventures between the pages. If you don't care for droll British humor, you probably will not only not enjoy this book, you won't understand why the rest of us are rolling on the floor." "Check reality at the door, sit down and enjoy this offering by a new author. Humor and fantasy - what more could you ask?" "...hilariously clever with so many twists and turns, you just won't be able to put it down. This is one of those 'once a year' treasures that'll you'll read and re-read- constantly." "...a seriously funny book, with really enjoyable characters who are well developed. This book will appeal to anyone who likes a good mystery, some action, some adventure, some humor. If you're a fan of Douglas Adams, this is definitely a must read. I am eagerly awaiting a sequel." "I loved this book! It has a lot in common with the works of Terry Pratchett - and that is high praise indeed. Contemporary people with flaws are put in extraordinary positions of danger and triumph. The writing is continuously witty. I loved the characters. If you like humorous fantasy, this one's for you." "Amazing read. What an imagination. The first page grabs you and doesn't let go. Newton Barlow is an unforgettable character. Highly recommended." "TJ Brown is talented, witty, imaginative and funny! Can't wait for the next book." " What a delightful book! It is stuffed full of subtle asides, gentle digs at certain types of irritating people, and plenty of adventure and derring-do. If you've ever wanted to take on pure evil in a tank, in company with a truly diverse bunch of commando theologians, this is your book." "A very funny book, in the spirit (pun intended) of Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett's Good Omens, or the writing of Christopher Moore. Initial chapters set up the various characters, paying off in a rollicking finish as they come together later in the story. I thoroughly enjoyed this book." "Terry Pratchett readers, form an orderly queue to read this!!" "What can I say? Thoroughly enjoyed this book, it's brilliantly written, witty, full of subtle humour, with great heroes and villains. Even the topical references are fantastic! I really hope TJ Brown will be writing more, hopefully a series.
If you like well written, witty, humour then this is the book for you. If you like Terry Pratchett, then you will love this book." "Different, Stunning, WOW!" "Definitely not your standard action-adventure book. And so very, very British. But, pushing past some unfamiliar turn of phrase and the different words for thing like boot means trunk, the lucky reader will find a delightfully different and enjoyable escapade. I'm hoping Newton, Gabbs and Viv will be returning. Oh, and Alex. I really like Alex." "Laugh a lot, shake a lot - thoroughly enjoyable" "I always wondered about Purgatory. Now I know!" "If you enjoy a tremendous, imaginative, story, told with passion and affection, and if you like laughing until your face aches, your stomach...