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Doctor Who: Complete New Series Audio
Ninth Doctor Novels: Volume 1
Join the Doctor and Rose as they encounter faceless killers in 1920s London, get trapped in an alien prison camp, and discover something very sinister behind the latest video game craze. The stories are "The Clockwise Man" by Justin Richards, "The Monsters Inside" by Stephen Cole, and "Winner Takes All" by Jacqueline Rayner. Based in the hit BBC TV series.
1 pages, Audio CD
Published September 1, 2019
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Justin Richards
330 books241 followersJustin Richards is a British writer. He has written many spin off novels based on the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who, and he is Creative Director for the BBC Books range. He has also written for television, contributing to Five's soap opera Family Affairs. He is also the author of a series of crime novels for children about the Invisible Detective, and novels for older children. His Doctor Who novel The Burning was placed sixth in the Top 10 of SFX magazine's "Best SF/Fantasy novelisation or TV tie-in novel" category of 2000.
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January 19, 2023
5 stars
I thought these books were good.
I thought these books were good.
June 7, 2019
This is a brief review of the audiobook, which I'm extremely disappointed to have rate so poorly.
I persevered with the book as -
- I'd had this on pre-order and was excited for it to be released.
- Nicholas Briggs narrates the first story and he's my absolute favourite, non actual Who actor, DW narrator.
- Camille Coduri (Rose's mum) narrates the other two stories and she's great in the show.
- It's Doctor Who
- I love Doctor Who
- I'm a massive Doctor Who fan
Nicholas imitates Chris Eccleston as the 9th Doctor in the first story and I wish he hadn't - it was distracting and I couldn't remain engrossed in the story - I listened to entire chapters time and again to try and get immersed, in vain. Nicholas is absolutely brilliant in all other audiobooks I have, and I do recall reading somewhere that he struggles a bit imitating the 9th, so hats off to him for going for it. I did wonder whether it's the way Chris Eccleston speaks that's adding to the distraction, his accent and style to me often comes across as quite stilted, so Nicholas then trying to imitate that, and not quite hitting it, just grated.
Then onto Camille, who is narrating much of her two stories as a 19 year old Rose. Her narration, to me, is delivered very much like it is aimed at children, which is off putting. Her voice is quite brittle and as the stories get more tense/ fast paced, her voice gets quite "screechy", plus she imitates a lot of alien creatures, which all, inexplicably, seem to have evolved to have very screechy voices. Get the aliens into a tense situation and it's simply unbearable to listen to.
I know this is Goodreads not Goodlistens, but I feel unable to comment on the content of the stories as I have no idea whether the stories are good or not to be honest. I'm so exhausted from the journey of battling through the narration that I clearly wasn't really taking on what the stories were about.
I've got to half way through the third story and in complete frustration stopped it and returned the entire book to Audible.
I feel a sense of relief mixed with sadness...
I persevered with the book as -
- I'd had this on pre-order and was excited for it to be released.
- Nicholas Briggs narrates the first story and he's my absolute favourite, non actual Who actor, DW narrator.
- Camille Coduri (Rose's mum) narrates the other two stories and she's great in the show.
- It's Doctor Who
- I love Doctor Who
- I'm a massive Doctor Who fan
Nicholas imitates Chris Eccleston as the 9th Doctor in the first story and I wish he hadn't - it was distracting and I couldn't remain engrossed in the story - I listened to entire chapters time and again to try and get immersed, in vain. Nicholas is absolutely brilliant in all other audiobooks I have, and I do recall reading somewhere that he struggles a bit imitating the 9th, so hats off to him for going for it. I did wonder whether it's the way Chris Eccleston speaks that's adding to the distraction, his accent and style to me often comes across as quite stilted, so Nicholas then trying to imitate that, and not quite hitting it, just grated.
Then onto Camille, who is narrating much of her two stories as a 19 year old Rose. Her narration, to me, is delivered very much like it is aimed at children, which is off putting. Her voice is quite brittle and as the stories get more tense/ fast paced, her voice gets quite "screechy", plus she imitates a lot of alien creatures, which all, inexplicably, seem to have evolved to have very screechy voices. Get the aliens into a tense situation and it's simply unbearable to listen to.
I know this is Goodreads not Goodlistens, but I feel unable to comment on the content of the stories as I have no idea whether the stories are good or not to be honest. I'm so exhausted from the journey of battling through the narration that I clearly wasn't really taking on what the stories were about.
I've got to half way through the third story and in complete frustration stopped it and returned the entire book to Audible.
I feel a sense of relief mixed with sadness...
November 26, 2020
The Clockwise Man - 3.25 (Nicholas Briggs did such a FANTASTIC impression of Eccleston’s Ninth Doctor’s northern accent)
The Monsters Inside - 2.75 (Camille Coduri did a great job narrating but WOW are the Slitheen/any Raxicoricofallapitorian the worst and most boring Doctor Who villains of all time)
Winner Takes All - 4.5 (Camille Coduri did a fantastic job narrating; this was a very old school Eccleston/Russell T Davies episode and it was a lot of fun. Towards the end there was a PERFECT scene showing Nine’s protectiveness of Rose that was excellently written and very much in character)
The Monsters Inside - 2.75 (Camille Coduri did a great job narrating but WOW are the Slitheen/any Raxicoricofallapitorian the worst and most boring Doctor Who villains of all time)
Winner Takes All - 4.5 (Camille Coduri did a fantastic job narrating; this was a very old school Eccleston/Russell T Davies episode and it was a lot of fun. Towards the end there was a PERFECT scene showing Nine’s protectiveness of Rose that was excellently written and very much in character)
March 19, 2025
The Doctor Who: Ninth Doctor Novels series brings together three distinct stories that capture the essence of Christopher Eccleston’s portrayal of the Ninth Doctor. Here’s a breakdown of my thoughts on each of the three stories:
The Clockwise Man by Justin Richards - 4/5
In The Clockwise Man, the Doctor and Rose arrive in 1920s London and become involved in the hunt for a mysterious murderer. As they dig deeper, they uncover dark secrets, with inhuman killers roaming the streets and nothing being quite what it seems.
Nicholas Briggs does an exceptional job narrating, particularly with his spot-on Northern accent for Eccleston’s Doctor. His performance really brings the characters to life, enhancing the experience. The story itself is intriguing, blending adventure with darker moments, and I found it to be an engaging listen. I would rate this one as a solid outing mainly because of Briggs’ fantastic narration and the overall enjoyable, though somewhat eerie, atmosphere.
The Monsters Inside by Stephen Cole - 2/5
In The Monsters Inside, Rose is imprisoned in a teenage borstal while the Doctor is trapped in a scientific labor camp, and both are determined to reunite. As they each hatch dangerous plans to escape, their efforts are complicated by the return of old enemies, making their mission even more perilous.
Camille Coduri, who plays Jackie Tyler in the TV show, does a fine job narrating, but the story itself feels bogged down by the overuse of the Slitheen and their fellow Raxacoricofallapitorians, who were introduced in the show’s early series. In my opinion, these characters are some of the least compelling villains in the Doctor Who universe, mainly because they rely too heavily on toilet humor, which wears thin over time. The plot drags as well, with too many side characters that don’t contribute much to the main narrative, making it harder to stay invested. Overall, this story lacks the same spark and excitement as the others.
Winner Takes All by Jacqueline Rayner - 4.5/5
In Winner Takes All, the Doctor and Rose return to present-day Earth and investigate the popularity of a video game, Death to Mantodeans, which seems to be linked to mysterious disappearances of local people.
The final story stands out as the strongest and most fun of the three. Coduri’s narration is once again excellent, and the story itself feels very much like an old-school Eccleston-era episode. Mickey’s presence is well-written and adds depth to the dynamic between the Doctor and Rose. The plot is thrilling, and towards the end, there’s a beautifully written scene that perfectly showcases the Ninth Doctor’s protective instincts toward Rose—a moment that feels both heartfelt and true to the characters. This is definitely the most complete story of the three, and it truly feels like it could have translated easily to a standout episode in the series.
Final Thoughts
Doctor Who: Ninth Doctor Novels is a collection that offers a mixed bag of stories. The first and final tales are both engaging, with The Clockwise Man providing a nice balance of adventure and darker tones, while Winner Takes All delivers a fantastic reflection of Eccleston’s Doctor and his relationship with Rose. The second story, The Monsters Inside, suffers from lackluster villains and a meandering plot, but it still has moments of interest. Fans of the Ninth Doctor and the 2005 series will likely enjoy these stories, especially if you’re looking for something that feels like a real continuation of that era.
The Clockwise Man by Justin Richards - 4/5
In The Clockwise Man, the Doctor and Rose arrive in 1920s London and become involved in the hunt for a mysterious murderer. As they dig deeper, they uncover dark secrets, with inhuman killers roaming the streets and nothing being quite what it seems.
Nicholas Briggs does an exceptional job narrating, particularly with his spot-on Northern accent for Eccleston’s Doctor. His performance really brings the characters to life, enhancing the experience. The story itself is intriguing, blending adventure with darker moments, and I found it to be an engaging listen. I would rate this one as a solid outing mainly because of Briggs’ fantastic narration and the overall enjoyable, though somewhat eerie, atmosphere.
The Monsters Inside by Stephen Cole - 2/5
In The Monsters Inside, Rose is imprisoned in a teenage borstal while the Doctor is trapped in a scientific labor camp, and both are determined to reunite. As they each hatch dangerous plans to escape, their efforts are complicated by the return of old enemies, making their mission even more perilous.
Camille Coduri, who plays Jackie Tyler in the TV show, does a fine job narrating, but the story itself feels bogged down by the overuse of the Slitheen and their fellow Raxacoricofallapitorians, who were introduced in the show’s early series. In my opinion, these characters are some of the least compelling villains in the Doctor Who universe, mainly because they rely too heavily on toilet humor, which wears thin over time. The plot drags as well, with too many side characters that don’t contribute much to the main narrative, making it harder to stay invested. Overall, this story lacks the same spark and excitement as the others.
Winner Takes All by Jacqueline Rayner - 4.5/5
In Winner Takes All, the Doctor and Rose return to present-day Earth and investigate the popularity of a video game, Death to Mantodeans, which seems to be linked to mysterious disappearances of local people.
The final story stands out as the strongest and most fun of the three. Coduri’s narration is once again excellent, and the story itself feels very much like an old-school Eccleston-era episode. Mickey’s presence is well-written and adds depth to the dynamic between the Doctor and Rose. The plot is thrilling, and towards the end, there’s a beautifully written scene that perfectly showcases the Ninth Doctor’s protective instincts toward Rose—a moment that feels both heartfelt and true to the characters. This is definitely the most complete story of the three, and it truly feels like it could have translated easily to a standout episode in the series.
Final Thoughts
Doctor Who: Ninth Doctor Novels is a collection that offers a mixed bag of stories. The first and final tales are both engaging, with The Clockwise Man providing a nice balance of adventure and darker tones, while Winner Takes All delivers a fantastic reflection of Eccleston’s Doctor and his relationship with Rose. The second story, The Monsters Inside, suffers from lackluster villains and a meandering plot, but it still has moments of interest. Fans of the Ninth Doctor and the 2005 series will likely enjoy these stories, especially if you’re looking for something that feels like a real continuation of that era.
May 16, 2019
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