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Doctor Who: New Series Adventures #64
Doctor Who: Ruby Red
What a coming-of-age ritual: throw a 16-year-old warrior at some random galactic battle, then give them a pat on the back and their own sword if they survive.
April, 1242: the Doctor and Ruby answer a distress call sent from medieval Russia. The signal’s sender? Ranavere, an alien girl forced to take part in a barbaric conflict between the armies of Estonia and Novgorod on the frozen surface of Lake Peipus.
Ranavere wants to escape, but her distress call has summoned her warmongering sisters, intent on preserving family tradition whatever the cost. And as human battle begins, the Doctor and Ruby must face a more devastating threat – a monstrous entity with plans of conquest, growing stronger beneath the icy lake…
April, 1242: the Doctor and Ruby answer a distress call sent from medieval Russia. The signal’s sender? Ranavere, an alien girl forced to take part in a barbaric conflict between the armies of Estonia and Novgorod on the frozen surface of Lake Peipus.
Ranavere wants to escape, but her distress call has summoned her warmongering sisters, intent on preserving family tradition whatever the cost. And as human battle begins, the Doctor and Ruby must face a more devastating threat – a monstrous entity with plans of conquest, growing stronger beneath the icy lake…
201 pages, Hardcover
First published June 13, 2024
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Georgia Cook
50 books22 followersGeorgia Cook is an illustrator and writer from London. You can find her work in such places as Baffling Magazine, Luna Station Quarterly, and Vastarien Lit, and shortlisted for the Bridport Prize and Reflex Fiction Award, among others.
She has also written and narrated for the horror anthology podcasts 'Creepy', 'The Other Stories', and 'The Night's End'
She can be found on twitter at @georgiacooked and on her website at https://www.georgiacookwriter.com/
She has also written and narrated for the horror anthology podcasts 'Creepy', 'The Other Stories', and 'The Night's End'
She can be found on twitter at @georgiacooked and on her website at https://www.georgiacookwriter.com/
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July 2, 2024
The first original novel featuring the Fifteenth Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) & Ruby Sunday (Millie Gibson) is a real disappointment.
The setting, on the frozen Lake Peipus in 13th century Russia, is the best thing about the story. There is little else on offer here, as author Georgia Cook gives us a lacklustre story not worthy of Doctor Who.
The setting, on the frozen Lake Peipus in 13th century Russia, is the best thing about the story. There is little else on offer here, as author Georgia Cook gives us a lacklustre story not worthy of Doctor Who.
July 11, 2024
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This is the first of the new spinoff novels, taking the Fifteenth Doctor and Ruby to an obscure part of European history, the Battle on the Ice in 1242, fought between Russians and Estonians (to use anachronistic and brutal shorthand) on the frozen surface of Lake Peipus. My extensive and detailed research suggests that this is the only Who story in any medium which has an Estonian setting.
Being a Doctor Who story, there are of course external incursions into the real history of what happened – three interstellar Valkyrie sisters, managing a rite of passage for the youngest of them, and an alien hive mind under the ice. On top of that the TARDIS is behaving oddly, in a foreshadowing of what we found out about its extra passenger in the recent season finale.
These sfnal trimmings are also the basis for much banter between the Doctor and Ruby, and that of course is what people will buy the book for. Given that it’s Cook’s first novel, and it must have been written before any of the recent season was shown, she catches Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor really well. The plot doesn’t gel completely perfectly (the climax in particular is lower-key than I had anticipated) but it’s a good start to the new era on paper.
This is the first of the new spinoff novels, taking the Fifteenth Doctor and Ruby to an obscure part of European history, the Battle on the Ice in 1242, fought between Russians and Estonians (to use anachronistic and brutal shorthand) on the frozen surface of Lake Peipus. My extensive and detailed research suggests that this is the only Who story in any medium which has an Estonian setting.
Being a Doctor Who story, there are of course external incursions into the real history of what happened – three interstellar Valkyrie sisters, managing a rite of passage for the youngest of them, and an alien hive mind under the ice. On top of that the TARDIS is behaving oddly, in a foreshadowing of what we found out about its extra passenger in the recent season finale.
These sfnal trimmings are also the basis for much banter between the Doctor and Ruby, and that of course is what people will buy the book for. Given that it’s Cook’s first novel, and it must have been written before any of the recent season was shown, she catches Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor really well. The plot doesn’t gel completely perfectly (the climax in particular is lower-key than I had anticipated) but it’s a good start to the new era on paper.
June 14, 2024
A perfectly serviceable Doctor Who story with some fun ideas and good imagery. Doesn't really capitalize on the strengths of this ambitious era, which is okay!
June 17, 2025
In the great line of batch-of-three novels that got resurrected during the Gatwa era (and hopefully will make a comeback when we get a new series some point in the future or even more hopefully a yearly thing even when there’s a hiatus) … this one is just OK. It takes place in a refreshingly unique piece of history Who hasn’t explored before in the same vein as the Whittaker era, in this case 13th century Russia during a battle between Estonian and Novgorodian armies on a frozen lake, and Georgia Cook has a decent eye for characterisation in regards to both the Doctor and Ruby and the supporting characters like the Ranevere sisters, but in terms of plot it’s very surface level with no real surprises or plot-twists that could’ve lifted it above traditional fare ().
June 13, 2024
Georgia Cook’s “Ruby Red” offers a welcome return to Doctor Who’s line of New Series Adventures. Featuring a story that easily slots in alongside the Fifteenth Doctor’s televised adventures, “Ruby Red” is a rip-roaringly fun ride from start to finish. Cook perfectly captures Gatwa and Gibson’s voices throughout the novel, breathing life into the Fifteenth Doctor and Ruby Sunday. And the story itself is just blissful. A breezy read, but never so fast that there’s no time left to spend with the characters. It’s a very traditional Doctor Who historical but executed brilliantly.
Going into it, it was my least anticipated of the three Fifteenth Doctor novels, but “Ruby Red” blew me away.
Going into it, it was my least anticipated of the three Fifteenth Doctor novels, but “Ruby Red” blew me away.
August 12, 2024
I'm so frustrated. The newest line of Doctor Who novels is now shorter than ever...and the end result is a book that reads fast and fluid, with an excellent depicition of the 15th Doctor & Ruby. But this fast and fluid nature feels so fleeting, as the novel doesn't do anything exceptional with an historical setting that is unique to a Whoniverse tale. Why set the story here when it's nothing more than window dressing? Why have such excellent characterization for what feels like a short novella? As I said...I'm so frustrated. This could and should have been epic...instead, it settles for being perfectly fine. It could and should be more than that...
January 17, 2025
I put off reading this for quite a while because I only half watched series 14 and I was worried I wouldn't be able to picture the Fifteenth Doctor nor Ruby correctly; turns out that wasn't even a problem. The author's characterizations of the Doctor and Ruby were spot on, and the Rentara sisters were great new characters.
August 1, 2024
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August 15, 2024The first Doctor Who book I've read where it's not completely unhinged
June 14, 2025
This was a very ‘fine’ book, not particularly memorable but it had it’s moments, I liked the setting and villain but I found the side characters to be kinda generic and boring, the characterization of the 15th Doctor and Ruby were pretty hit or miss, I struggled particularly trying to picture Ruby whenever I’d read her dialogue or actions, the Doctor had more moments where I could definitely see Ncuti delivering those lines but overall I found both of them to be kind of a blank slate Doctor/Companion though to to be fair I believe this was written before season 1/14 had aired so that could explain it. But if you’re looking for more 15th Doctor stories after the last season then I’d recommend picking this up and giving it a shot since I don’t think we’ll be seeing Ncuti doing big finish for quite some time or at all.
July 11, 2024
A fine but ultimately forgettable Doctor Who adventure. I had high hopes for this project as the first novel to feature Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor, but there really isn't much here that feels distinctive to his particular incarnation of that regenerating alien hero (like his queerness or his Blackness, for example). The title, which seems to suggest we'll at least be getting a personal angle for the Time Lord's current companion, is likewise instead a misnomer that actually stems from the glowing red eyes of anyone possessed by the one-off villain. There are a few minor references to plot arcs from the recent season of the television show, like the TARDIS groaning unnaturally and snow appearing near Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday, but overall it's a pretty generic outing for the franchise.
That's a bit of a letdown, but since the book came out before the final two episodes, I'd imagine that the BBC editorial team had strict limitations for what early readers could potentially glean from its pages. Hopefully future releases get to have a little more fun with how they play around in the TV continuity, as I know author Georgia Cook has been able to do with some of her work for the licensed Big Finish audio dramas. This one doesn't even establish roughly when it takes place for its pair of time-traveling protagonists.
As for the immediate premise, the Doctor and Ruby answer a distress call that leads them to 13th-century Estonia a few days before the historical 'Battle on the Ice' near Lake Peipus. There the teenage daughter of an interstellar mercenary clan has been left to prove her worth in combat, even though she'd personally rather tinker with her inventions and leave off fighting altogether. That's a neat concept that could have fueled a compelling quiet character study, but that hope's dashed by the reveal that her family's ancient enemy has tracked her to Earth and is now sending out parasites to infest and conquer the world, which of course the Doctor must help the reluctant young warrior to foil. Yawn.
I mean, look -- this isn't a bad science-fiction story by any means (although Gibson narrating the audiobook delivers a fairly atrocious impression of her costar). But it's very Doctor Who by-the-numbers, when I'm always more interested in titles for this series that manage to flex and push the boundaries of what it can do.
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That's a bit of a letdown, but since the book came out before the final two episodes, I'd imagine that the BBC editorial team had strict limitations for what early readers could potentially glean from its pages. Hopefully future releases get to have a little more fun with how they play around in the TV continuity, as I know author Georgia Cook has been able to do with some of her work for the licensed Big Finish audio dramas. This one doesn't even establish roughly when it takes place for its pair of time-traveling protagonists.
As for the immediate premise, the Doctor and Ruby answer a distress call that leads them to 13th-century Estonia a few days before the historical 'Battle on the Ice' near Lake Peipus. There the teenage daughter of an interstellar mercenary clan has been left to prove her worth in combat, even though she'd personally rather tinker with her inventions and leave off fighting altogether. That's a neat concept that could have fueled a compelling quiet character study, but that hope's dashed by the reveal that her family's ancient enemy has tracked her to Earth and is now sending out parasites to infest and conquer the world, which of course the Doctor must help the reluctant young warrior to foil. Yawn.
I mean, look -- this isn't a bad science-fiction story by any means (although Gibson narrating the audiobook delivers a fairly atrocious impression of her costar). But it's very Doctor Who by-the-numbers, when I'm always more interested in titles for this series that manage to flex and push the boundaries of what it can do.
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April 3, 2025
Georgia Cook's style is immediately engaging and she can tell a great story. Hiwever, her depictuons of the Doctor and Ruby fall a little flat and one dimensional, with only a slight glimpse of the personalities shared by their TV counterparts.
I felt that the story could have been about any of the previous incarnations of the Doctor and companion, though, I did enjoy the family drama of the story's three Rentaran sisters and think their characters were developed just enough to keep the story compelling.
Now for the baddie of the story.
The Genetrix, while a somewhat compelling character, feels just as one dimensional as the Doctor and Ruby. She has all the hallmarks of a typical Doctor Who villain and I think perhaps that's why she seemed a little flat. Whenever I was reading her character, it felt as though it could have been any villain from Doctor Who canon.
One of the novel’s strengths lies in its exploration of themes such as identity, friendship, and the consequences of one’s choices as Ranavere struggles with what she wants and what her family want and expect of her. This is, after all what the heart of the story is about.
Another of the book’s strengths is its pacing; Cook masterfully balances scenes filled with intense drama and action against quieter moments that allow for introspection and emotional resonance, in turn allowing us to try and better know the characters and learn about the history of the story's setting.
And on that note… I think the story could have taken place on any frozen lake in the universe. I didn't really see the point of using this particular battle since the battle itself is not intrinsic to the story. The story could just have been eeasily taken place at a carnival or or some other place with lots of people who could be taken over.
Overall, Ruby Red is a decent story with some compelling characters. It has some flaws but the story itself is good and it was a nice easy read.
I would recommend reading this if you are new to Doctor Who as there isn't really any backstory to follow — you don't need to have read all the other Doctor Who Books in the world nor do you require any previous understanding of the TV series to enjoy the book.
I felt that the story could have been about any of the previous incarnations of the Doctor and companion, though, I did enjoy the family drama of the story's three Rentaran sisters and think their characters were developed just enough to keep the story compelling.
Now for the baddie of the story.
The Genetrix, while a somewhat compelling character, feels just as one dimensional as the Doctor and Ruby. She has all the hallmarks of a typical Doctor Who villain and I think perhaps that's why she seemed a little flat. Whenever I was reading her character, it felt as though it could have been any villain from Doctor Who canon.
One of the novel’s strengths lies in its exploration of themes such as identity, friendship, and the consequences of one’s choices as Ranavere struggles with what she wants and what her family want and expect of her. This is, after all what the heart of the story is about.
Another of the book’s strengths is its pacing; Cook masterfully balances scenes filled with intense drama and action against quieter moments that allow for introspection and emotional resonance, in turn allowing us to try and better know the characters and learn about the history of the story's setting.
And on that note… I think the story could have taken place on any frozen lake in the universe. I didn't really see the point of using this particular battle since the battle itself is not intrinsic to the story. The story could just have been eeasily taken place at a carnival or or some other place with lots of people who could be taken over.
Overall, Ruby Red is a decent story with some compelling characters. It has some flaws but the story itself is good and it was a nice easy read.
I would recommend reading this if you are new to Doctor Who as there isn't really any backstory to follow — you don't need to have read all the other Doctor Who Books in the world nor do you require any previous understanding of the TV series to enjoy the book.
July 19, 2024
3.5/5 rounded down to 4.
This is only the second doctor who novel I’ve read and I’ve decided to get more into the expanded media while we wait for next season. I listened to this as an audiobook because I got it for free, which I never listen to audiobooks.
I really liked getting another story with Ruby and Fifteen since to me they didn’t get many typical doctor who stories which made them feel like we got nothing of the pair. After reading a book with them and a comic issues I am enjoying them more as a pair than before.
I really liked the setting in this one, mostly set on a frozen lake and everything is cold and winter and snowy. It’s set in the past which is always cool but also incorporate futuristic assassins.
I liked this story, the setting really helped it and I liked the side characters who were sisters.
Thought Millie Gibson did well as the narrator and made everything feel like it did go with the show because she is Ruby.
Overall I liked it and I’m excited to get through Caged
This is only the second doctor who novel I’ve read and I’ve decided to get more into the expanded media while we wait for next season. I listened to this as an audiobook because I got it for free, which I never listen to audiobooks.
I really liked getting another story with Ruby and Fifteen since to me they didn’t get many typical doctor who stories which made them feel like we got nothing of the pair. After reading a book with them and a comic issues I am enjoying them more as a pair than before.
I really liked the setting in this one, mostly set on a frozen lake and everything is cold and winter and snowy. It’s set in the past which is always cool but also incorporate futuristic assassins.
I liked this story, the setting really helped it and I liked the side characters who were sisters.
Thought Millie Gibson did well as the narrator and made everything feel like it did go with the show because she is Ruby.
Overall I liked it and I’m excited to get through Caged
November 8, 2024
2.75
I’m absolutely baffled by this. I think I’ll always love the characters and especially this version of the Doctor, and Cook does a really good job at bringing him to life here. And I enjoyed escaping to the world of the story for a bit.
But the story itself was really… weird? Loads of elements present themselves at the start including one that very much looks like it could be “this character is actually the villain secretly all along” that then… just never happens. It’s honestly all set up and written that way, but because it doesn’t materialise, said character that was important to the story was actually written really badly. Loads of complexity is implied that is just never explored. Just weird. And then it all ends in some action that’s written in the classic way that I just zone out over, and then it all just ends! For no discernible plot reason other than that we’ve reached the end of the book.
But I didn’t hate it, so I don’t really know what to think.
I’m absolutely baffled by this. I think I’ll always love the characters and especially this version of the Doctor, and Cook does a really good job at bringing him to life here. And I enjoyed escaping to the world of the story for a bit.
But the story itself was really… weird? Loads of elements present themselves at the start including one that very much looks like it could be “this character is actually the villain secretly all along” that then… just never happens. It’s honestly all set up and written that way, but because it doesn’t materialise, said character that was important to the story was actually written really badly. Loads of complexity is implied that is just never explored. Just weird. And then it all ends in some action that’s written in the classic way that I just zone out over, and then it all just ends! For no discernible plot reason other than that we’ve reached the end of the book.
But I didn’t hate it, so I don’t really know what to think.
July 7, 2024
This is the very first novel featuring Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor (Fifteenth Doctor) with his companion Ruby Sunday. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Millie Gibson. Millie has a great voice, but there were a few times when she did the voice for the Doctor all I was able to picture was Ruby talking.
Doctor answer a distress call from a alien name Ranavere, that sent him during the Battle of the Ice but like most Doctor adventures nothing go as plan. Ranavere sisters show up and soon after, then a threat no one sees soon arrives. Battle on the Ice is a war that took place during 1242.
The story was fun but nothing special, I feel like in a few it is somewhat forgettable. The idea was great, but I just didn’t enjoy it. Like I did with the Ncuti Gatwa TV episodes, there was something missing.
Doctor answer a distress call from a alien name Ranavere, that sent him during the Battle of the Ice but like most Doctor adventures nothing go as plan. Ranavere sisters show up and soon after, then a threat no one sees soon arrives. Battle on the Ice is a war that took place during 1242.
The story was fun but nothing special, I feel like in a few it is somewhat forgettable. The idea was great, but I just didn’t enjoy it. Like I did with the Ncuti Gatwa TV episodes, there was something missing.
July 10, 2024
An interesting Doctor Who story with an engaging story. Some very creatively written prose and faithful character beats make this a very cool adventure with the Doctor and Ruby Sunday. The side characters were well-realised, I just wish we were able to spend more time with them. It didn't so much as feel like a novel as it did a TV script that got turned into a novel.
The only other thing that made me not enjoy the book as much was the moments when characters did something extraordinary that they really shouldn't have been able to do and the beginning introducing all the elements of the plot was a bit messy. But, when it came together and the story entered its 2nd act everything kicked off and it was a fun romp in the DW universe. I'd love to read a proper novel written by Georgia Cook one day and I hope she continues to write for DW.
The only other thing that made me not enjoy the book as much was the moments when characters did something extraordinary that they really shouldn't have been able to do and the beginning introducing all the elements of the plot was a bit messy. But, when it came together and the story entered its 2nd act everything kicked off and it was a fun romp in the DW universe. I'd love to read a proper novel written by Georgia Cook one day and I hope she continues to write for DW.
January 17, 2025
Doctor Who: Ruby Red, in my opinion, suffers heavily in its first half. Due to this, I stopped reading it and came back after about 3 months, purely because I wanted to read the next books in the range but didn't want to leave this one unfinished. To my surprise, the second half was very well written and had me gripped to keep turning the page. Ultimately, it had a satisfying conclusion and I was happy that I had picked it back up. I would rate the first 10 chapters a 2/5 and the last 10 chapters a 4/5, which of course is why I've given the 3/5 rating overall. Something I noted was that this is the Author's first time writing a novel, which might explain why their writing significantly improved over the course of the novel, although they have seemingly written for Doctor Who before via Big Finish's audio stories, so who knows.
July 7, 2024
A book of debuts, being the first novel featuring the Fifteenth Doctor, the first full novel written by Georgia Cook and the first audiobook read by Millie Gibson. And all three counts, it’s a promising start.
The story move slowly but steadily and gives some nice characterisation to the supporting cast, as well as the two leads. The ideas here aren’t necessarily revelatory by Who standards, but work well and the unusual historical setting gives a nice flavour. Gibson’s quiet narration suits the tone and her takes on the various characters keep this lively, especially the quiet, slow voice of the villain. I’ve seen some criticism of her narration, but honestly I didn’t see a problem.
All in all; a very good start to hopefully a new era of tie-in booms.
The story move slowly but steadily and gives some nice characterisation to the supporting cast, as well as the two leads. The ideas here aren’t necessarily revelatory by Who standards, but work well and the unusual historical setting gives a nice flavour. Gibson’s quiet narration suits the tone and her takes on the various characters keep this lively, especially the quiet, slow voice of the villain. I’ve seen some criticism of her narration, but honestly I didn’t see a problem.
All in all; a very good start to hopefully a new era of tie-in booms.
October 16, 2024
I’m still warming up to this duo but they’re rapidly getting there. I love their fun, easy rapport and Ruby Sunday is a great character. And the Doctor is so larger than life, it’s impossible for him to not make you smile. He really sounds so fun to be around and you’re guaranteed to have a ball when adventuring with him around the universe.
Also, would solidly recommend the audiobook as Millie Gibson narrates it and she did an amazing job! I loved the audiobook so much and with her narration, the backing sounds and effects, it really made for an enjoyable listening experience.
The story itself was good, it took a while to engage me and I wasn’t *too* invested in the characters and plot but the Doctor and Ruby was definitely where it was at.
Also, would solidly recommend the audiobook as Millie Gibson narrates it and she did an amazing job! I loved the audiobook so much and with her narration, the backing sounds and effects, it really made for an enjoyable listening experience.
The story itself was good, it took a while to engage me and I wasn’t *too* invested in the characters and plot but the Doctor and Ruby was definitely where it was at.
February 12, 2025
Georgia Cook please give us a spin off about the Ranavere sisters fighting aliens on Earth in secret!
This book has so far been one of the best Doctor Who novels I've read. The only reason it's 4 instead of 5 stars is that the second half isn't as good as the first (but that's true about most Doctor Who stories). The first half has loads of mystery and intrigue with the Doctor figuring out what's going on. The story only takes place over a handful of locations, but still manages to build a whole world (that I wish we saw). Georgia Cook should pull a Faction Paradox and make a spin off series about the Rentarans.
This book has so far been one of the best Doctor Who novels I've read. The only reason it's 4 instead of 5 stars is that the second half isn't as good as the first (but that's true about most Doctor Who stories). The first half has loads of mystery and intrigue with the Doctor figuring out what's going on. The story only takes place over a handful of locations, but still manages to build a whole world (that I wish we saw). Georgia Cook should pull a Faction Paradox and make a spin off series about the Rentarans.
July 11, 2024
A good book. That I find begins to trail off near the end. I feel it sets up various moments but then nothing goes with it.
But it does start very good with action sequences and loved Reading Scenes with 15 and Ruby and can hear Ncutis and Millies voices coming off the page.
A good start and hope future books improve on the formula of the way 15s novels go
But it does start very good with action sequences and loved Reading Scenes with 15 and Ruby and can hear Ncutis and Millies voices coming off the page.
A good start and hope future books improve on the formula of the way 15s novels go
July 17, 2024
After 60 years of adventures it’s got to be hard to find a new historical event to hang a story on, but Georgia manages to weave a tale of a otherworldly warriors and space monsters and doing the right thing into an otherwise bloody corner of the 13th century.
Also tough to get the new TARDIS team right when you likely haven’t seen a lot of their actual episodes, but this absolutely nails it.
Also tough to get the new TARDIS team right when you likely haven’t seen a lot of their actual episodes, but this absolutely nails it.
October 25, 2024
I wanted to like this more than I did unfortunately! Some really fun ideas, but it just kind of petered out for me.
[Audiobook only] I REALLY enjoyed Millie reading the audiobook though! I did not enjoy the sound design choice of a low ominous hum that stuck around for scenes that didn't warrant it. It felt really disonant and then when the big dramatic scenes DID happen, it lost effect.
[Audiobook only] I REALLY enjoyed Millie reading the audiobook though! I did not enjoy the sound design choice of a low ominous hum that stuck around for scenes that didn't warrant it. It felt really disonant and then when the big dramatic scenes DID happen, it lost effect.
July 3, 2024
Fun story with good characters and great imagery!! Would recommend to any Doctor Who fan. I’m not usually a fan of stories set in the past but this one has enough sci-fi elements for me to really like it!
September 19, 2024
A decent story. Ruby and the Doctor's personalities were captured brilliantly and it made for a nice read.
I did notice that the first couple of chapters had a few spelling/grammar mistakes. I stopped noticing them as I got engrossed in the story though. Not bad for a debut novel!
I did notice that the first couple of chapters had a few spelling/grammar mistakes. I stopped noticing them as I got engrossed in the story though. Not bad for a debut novel!
November 9, 2024
3.75
A solid take on Ruby and 15. It has a 60's historical vibe that the modern show doesn't have the scope or scale to tackle in a single episode. I had fun with this and I'm a little desperate for more 15 and Ruby so this hit the spot!
A solid take on Ruby and 15. It has a 60's historical vibe that the modern show doesn't have the scope or scale to tackle in a single episode. I had fun with this and I'm a little desperate for more 15 and Ruby so this hit the spot!
April 27, 2025
Really enjoyable read. I liked the story and there were lots of little nods to the current in universe goings on. I enjoyed the concept and thought the Doctor and Ruby were written well. Perhaps it would have benefited from being a little longer but a very fun, easy read.
July 3, 2024
An entertaining enough historical adventure for Ruby and Fifteen. If the last series had been 10 episodes, this one could have happily slotted in there.
July 4, 2024
A nice adventure with the Fifteenth Doctor, nothing special
July 5, 2024
This was ok, not the most interesting story tbh. It was fine just didn't do much for me.
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