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An Unusual Practice
Dr. Matthew Hamilton just wanted a nice, quiet practice at a small clinic. He never bargained for a reputation as the go-to doctor for supernatural creatures. But his very first patient leads him into a world of werewolves, ghosts, sprites, glass people, imps, and witches. In order for Dr. Hamilton's unique clinic to succeed, however, he must triumph over malevolent forces who don't want the supernatural world to have their own "Doctor of the Unusual."
205 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 26, 2019
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September 21, 2023
I liked the premise of the novel; a doctor stumbles into a world of the mythical and the cryptic, and all the warts, sniffles, and fungal infections that they bring.
Granted, the above doesn't make it a story of revolving patient prescriptions. There's an actual story here. The main character, Dr. Hamilton, finds himself as the go-to guy for everything that ails the supernatural. His patients can and do attract the wrong kind of attention, especially since these mythical beings are highly valuable in so many ways. As both a medical practitioner and a science-minded individual, he too gets wrapped up in a narrative that eventually makes even the strange beings wonder if he's something more mystical than them--They've never seen a human like him before!
The narrative is told from the perspective of an interview, asking about Dr. Hamilton's exploits in the past and current whereabouts. That doesn't exactly drive the narrative, and it sort of makes it clear from the start that in the present timeline, Dr. Hamilton is missing and will lead to a cliffhanger ending. In that respect, it's not terrible satisfying. There is a story to be had within it though, and again, interesting premise. I definitely recommend it!
Granted, the above doesn't make it a story of revolving patient prescriptions. There's an actual story here. The main character, Dr. Hamilton, finds himself as the go-to guy for everything that ails the supernatural. His patients can and do attract the wrong kind of attention, especially since these mythical beings are highly valuable in so many ways. As both a medical practitioner and a science-minded individual, he too gets wrapped up in a narrative that eventually makes even the strange beings wonder if he's something more mystical than them--They've never seen a human like him before!
The narrative is told from the perspective of an interview, asking about Dr. Hamilton's exploits in the past and current whereabouts. That doesn't exactly drive the narrative, and it sort of makes it clear from the start that in the present timeline, Dr. Hamilton is missing and will lead to a cliffhanger ending. In that respect, it's not terrible satisfying. There is a story to be had within it though, and again, interesting premise. I definitely recommend it!
April 25, 2021
I really enjoyed this book and would have rated it 3.5 if that were an option. An Unusual Practice is the story of an ex military field doctor who finds himself treating the supernatural community he lands in after his service. The story is narrated by a reporter interviewing the Book Golem, the living embodiment of the doctor's written notes. Personally, I feel it was unnecessary to come from that angle and that it didn't add much to the story. All told, I hope there are more books in this series.
February 15, 2021
One of the delights of reading indie writers alongside traditionally published works is that you sometimes get absolute treats. This is one of those.
It follows a doctor, who shows up at a modest clinic and starts his work, only to accidentally stumble upon the world of the supernatural. He helps out a werewolf, without knowing it's a werewolf, and in turn finds himself being turned to by creatures that can't drop into the emergency room with their ailments.
Told in almost a detective noir style at times, it follows Dr Hamilton and his, yes, unusual practice, as he develops a reputation of being the man who can help you - regardless of whether you're invisible, a witch or, well, even dead.
Dr Hamilton soon finds himself making unexpected friends... and with that come dangerous enemies.
Each case builds upon the previous case as Dr Hamilton finds himself drawing on allies for the danger that is coming his way.
It's a warm, witty treat of a novel, and I recommend it wholeheartedly. It left me smiling for days.
It follows a doctor, who shows up at a modest clinic and starts his work, only to accidentally stumble upon the world of the supernatural. He helps out a werewolf, without knowing it's a werewolf, and in turn finds himself being turned to by creatures that can't drop into the emergency room with their ailments.
Told in almost a detective noir style at times, it follows Dr Hamilton and his, yes, unusual practice, as he develops a reputation of being the man who can help you - regardless of whether you're invisible, a witch or, well, even dead.
Dr Hamilton soon finds himself making unexpected friends... and with that come dangerous enemies.
Each case builds upon the previous case as Dr Hamilton finds himself drawing on allies for the danger that is coming his way.
It's a warm, witty treat of a novel, and I recommend it wholeheartedly. It left me smiling for days.
November 16, 2020
What a pleasant surprise!
This was a great read! I finished it in one sitting. I didn’t expect it to be so interesting but it was captivating. Can’t wait for the next one!
This was a great read! I finished it in one sitting. I didn’t expect it to be so interesting but it was captivating. Can’t wait for the next one!
June 3, 2024
A fun story within a story. I enjoyed the characters and the magic, as well as the random action scenes. I look forward to reading the second book.
June 6, 2024
I loved this book. The characters were all enjoyable and it was a fast read. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series
March 23, 2026
Fun book.
Very fun book about a doctor who becomes a part of supernatural community. I am surprised it's not more popular.
Very fun book about a doctor who becomes a part of supernatural community. I am surprised it's not more popular.
September 5, 2019
I've already read this book twice. The hidden world which Dr. Hamilton, aka "Doctor of the Unusual" discovers is the first of many clever inventions by this author. Tom Jolly has a fun imagination and wit. I can't wait for the sequel.
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