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Doctor Who

Pages
144
Published
1988
Language
English

Synopsis

The Doctor and his companion Peri find themselves on a strange and dangerous planet, pulled there by an unknown force. They uncover a twisted experiment that threatens the very fabric of time. The Doctor must confront a ruthless tyrant and ancient beings to save this world and protect the universe from destruction. He races against time in this adventure, where his brilliance might not be enough to solve a centuries-old enigma.

About the author

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Terrance Dicks

Terrance Dicks is an English writer and former script editor, best known for his work in television and as the author of many popular children's books during the 1970s and 1980s. His best known association during his television career was with Doctor Who, working as a writer and - from 1968 to 1974 - the program's script editor. He also adapted many of the televised stories into novelisations for Target Books. Source: Wikipedia

Characters

The Doctor (Doctor Who)Protagonist

The travelling Time Lord at the centre of the series, who moves through time and space in the TARDIS and changes appearance on regenerating.

PeriSupporting
All characters in Doctor Who

Frequently asked questions

  • Is this book part of a larger series?

    This novelization is based on a specific Doctor Who television serial, and it is one of many books in the extensive Doctor Who novelization range. While each book adapts a distinct television story, they collectively form a long-running series that follows the Doctor's adventures.

  • Which Doctor is featured in this story?

    This particular adventure features the Sixth Doctor, portrayed by Colin Baker in the television serial it adapts. Readers familiar with the television series will recognize his distinct personality and costume.

  • Does this book adapt a specific TV episode?

    This novelization is an adaptation of the Doctor Who television serial "Mindwarp," which was part of the larger "Trial of a Time Lord" season. It expands upon the events and dialogue from the original broadcast.