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Doctor Who: The Ninth Doctor Volume 1 - Weapons of Past Destruction by Cavan Scott, Blair Shedd
cjwitch's review against another edition
5.0
This was fantastic! It absolutely reads like a missing episode.
For timeline reference: this story would take place immediately following s1 e10 “The Doctor Dances,” as Jack mentions he just met The Doctor and Rose.
I absolutely loved this. The storyline was a touch predictable (no more so than the episodes of the Ninth Doctor’s season though), but it contained the humor and sass that I love about Nine, Rose, and Jack. It had elements of darkness, with lots of references to the Time War and the loss of Gallifrey, but never strayed too dark. It fit the mood of the first season of New Who perfectly.
The art was beautiful as well, and the Doctor’s expressions were spot on. So smug, and earnest, and perfect.
An absolutely enjoyable read.
For timeline reference: this story would take place immediately following s1 e10 “The Doctor Dances,” as Jack mentions he just met The Doctor and Rose.
I absolutely loved this. The storyline was a touch predictable (no more so than the episodes of the Ninth Doctor’s season though), but it contained the humor and sass that I love about Nine, Rose, and Jack. It had elements of darkness, with lots of references to the Time War and the loss of Gallifrey, but never strayed too dark. It fit the mood of the first season of New Who perfectly.
The art was beautiful as well, and the Doctor’s expressions were spot on. So smug, and earnest, and perfect.
An absolutely enjoyable read.
deve2k's review against another edition
5.0
These three are literally two steps away from death at all times, and they’re having the time of their lives; I love them 😂
Nine didn’t get nearly enough screen time, and he’s only had about six books and a handful of audio stories, so I was very happy to find this in my Humble library.
They really got the characterisation right in this, and the story felt like it could’ve been part of the TV series if the BBC had been given an infinite budget 😅
It also has some really beautiful artwork — if you’ve got it digitally, I recommend zooming all the way in for maximum enjoyment 😎 👍
Nine didn’t get nearly enough screen time, and he’s only had about six books and a handful of audio stories, so I was very happy to find this in my Humble library.
They really got the characterisation right in this, and the story felt like it could’ve been part of the TV series if the BBC had been given an infinite budget 😅
It also has some really beautiful artwork — if you’ve got it digitally, I recommend zooming all the way in for maximum enjoyment 😎 👍
zwodderybookdragon's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
wyrmbergsabrina's review
3.0
Not bad. Captures the feel of 2005 perfectly, some cheeky moments with Jack and time travel, and the characters bounce off each other well. Good to see that Rose doesn't resort to sidekick, which can happen in some comics. And I like that it fits in between stories from the series, and has nods towards events in their future.
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