A review by kimalah
Grave Importance by Vivian Shaw

adventurous emotional funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Grave Importance is a great urban fantasy and third book in the Greta Van Helsing series. Books 1&2 should be read before this book. The story of Greta, Varney, Ruthven and company continues. Greta takes a lengthy temporary position at a hospital and spa for mummies. Varney yearns for his newly-betrothed while seeking to create an exceptional engagement ring for her. Ruthven and Grisaille travel to Italy together. It won’t stop raining in England. Suddenly, Ruthven falls very ill and things escalate from there. 

Grave Importance is a lot of fun but also touching in the way relationships are formed and deepened. It is a rollicking good time. I listened to the audiobook. Suzannah Hampton does another great job. If you like fantasy/urban fantasy, I recommend this series very highly.