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whovian_holmes's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
kitkatkick's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I’m a big fan of the Doctor Who novels and audios, but this one is REALLY difficult to follow as an audiobook. The concept for the story is really interesting, with the Doctor and Donna mixed up in a doppelgänger-riddled Most Dangerous Game adventure, but as other reviews have mentioned the execution is rather clumsy. There are a lot of “body-double” situations that would probably be easier to keep track of looking at the story in physical print. If you’re going to listen as an audiobook, I don’t recommend trying to multitask while you do.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
dawnlizreads's review
4.0
Just what I needed - a predictable (well written) story about good triumphing over evil. Particulary as it involves a megalomaniac getting his comeuppance. If only real life could be like that.
khlara's review
4.0
It was totally different than what I thought it was going to be. I really enjoyed it. Thought it would make a good episode.
auroara's review
3.0
Doctor Trap is not a bad book. Still, I was a bit disappointed. First of all I didn't like the style of writing and at the beginning the story is very confusing. Yet it also had a few plot twists and thrilling moments.
I think it's a nice quick read for Doctor Who fans. It can be very enjoyable if you don't expect too much.
I think it's a nice quick read for Doctor Who fans. It can be very enjoyable if you don't expect too much.
beth_books_123's review
4.0
I actually really enjoyed this - 4*
Really clever. I really enjoyed it. I like it when it's well-thought out. This series isn't always well-thought out.
Really clever. I really enjoyed it. I like it when it's well-thought out. This series isn't always well-thought out.
happysami's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
caitlyn0407's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
teadrinking_bibliophile's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.0
onlyfictionsworld's review
1.0
Just imagine the Doctor trying to outwit the most clever hunters in the universe. The search for the last Time Lord is exciting.
The Doctor Trap failed to deliver on its promise. Action is in the background. The author failed to explore the Doctor's character and rushed and muddled the plot.
A failed attempt at developing a complex and intriguing case of “mistaken identity with a twist.” Its length prevents it from providing the details needed to solve the mystery. One of the biggest flaws in the whole story is the key element which makes up a “fake” Doctor. Sebastiene brought in this “fake” Doctor to hunt him down as a “dangerous species” on his own planet as part of his plan to hunt the Doctor down.
Sebastiene and the impostor are not serious threats because their plans lack reasoning, and they are egotistical. It was also very frustrating to see Donna; instead of being assertive and compassionate, she was mis-characterized as selfish and whiny.
Throughout the book, Donna is absent from the story. The Doctor and his companion were separate, but Donna was nowhere to be found. The book was too reliant on outside characters and the middle part was boring. Despite her role being reduced to a minor one, Donna’s absence left an unsettled feeling. The book lacked her distinctive perspective and energy. Something was missing.
I'd recommend it solely if you've finished reading every Who book.
The Doctor Trap failed to deliver on its promise. Action is in the background. The author failed to explore the Doctor's character and rushed and muddled the plot.
A failed attempt at developing a complex and intriguing case of “mistaken identity with a twist.” Its length prevents it from providing the details needed to solve the mystery. One of the biggest flaws in the whole story is the key element which makes up a “fake” Doctor. Sebastiene brought in this “fake” Doctor to hunt him down as a “dangerous species” on his own planet as part of his plan to hunt the Doctor down.
Sebastiene and the impostor are not serious threats because their plans lack reasoning, and they are egotistical. It was also very frustrating to see Donna; instead of being assertive and compassionate, she was mis-characterized as selfish and whiny.
Throughout the book, Donna is absent from the story. The Doctor and his companion were separate, but Donna was nowhere to be found. The book was too reliant on outside characters and the middle part was boring. Despite her role being reduced to a minor one, Donna’s absence left an unsettled feeling. The book lacked her distinctive perspective and energy. Something was missing.
I'd recommend it solely if you've finished reading every Who book.