Advantages: Good plot, quick read Disadvantages: Weak characterisation of the Doctor
...box set of ten new Doctor Who novels from ebay for a very cheap £5, and 'The Clockwise Man' is the first book in the set. It's the second Doctor Who novel that I've read, so I have something to compare it to. It's a good, quick read that should appeal to both adults and children alike.
**Blurb** (from back of book)
In 1920s London the Doctor and Rose find themselves caught up in the hunt for a mysterious murderer. But not everyone or everything ... ...faceless killers closing in, the Doctor and Rose must solve the mystery of the Clockwise Man before London itself is destroyed...
**Plot** (minor spoilers)
Being the very first of the New Adventure Doctor Who novels, this features the ninth Doctor (as played by Christopher Eccleston) and Rose Tyler. In my mind, this adventure takes place after "The Unquiet Dead" in series one, and this seems to fit as here, the Doctor and Rose seem to know each ...
amytheduck 06.07.2007
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Advantages: Intresting story with twists and turns Disadvantages: Possibly only appeals to young Doctor Who fans
...Justin Richards. Being a massive Doctor Who fan I snapped up the chance to buy this book, mostly because it involved the Doctor and not particularly because I wanted to read it, but I am glad I did read it as Richards weaves an intricate thriller of a book, which is perfectly aimed at younger readers. The story is not too complex but has enough twists and turns to create an un-put-downable book.
The story is set in 1920's London, which is a familiar ... ...the story progresses and the Doctor and Rose discover more clues to an alien enemy the reader can quickly predict who they think is the true 'bad guy,' but are they right??? It all ends in a climax around one of London's most famous landmarks. The character's true identities are revealed and in true Doctor Who fashion, the ending is emotional and heart-wrenching. ...
scotcat15 26.05.2007
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