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The Ninth Doctor Adventures


An SOS calling for the Doctor takes the Ninth and Rose to a solitary planet in a nebula, where everything is fake, a copy of Earth but not quite.


Its a great start as the pre titles has the Ninth asking Rose (or Roses’) to prove she’s (or they’re) human. So mystery from the off. As the narrative shifts to the planet in question, we’re introduced to Minnie and Gary - quite possibly the only real people on the planet. 


The thing about this world is that its an imitation of Earth, almost like a computer game, where its all there but made to look like it, rather than actually being it. So its intriguing, whats going on? Who built it and why? Whats adds to the suspense is waiting for the plot to get round to the opening sequence.


Its hard to write without spoilers, but something returns. It its a nice moment when its revealed and one or two references that are great for long term fans. One scene reminded me of a Red Dwarf episode - Psirens, and if you’ve seen it then I’ve said too much. 


The fact that this is set on another planet is quite refreshing, the Doctor actually travelling the universe, even if it is a replica Earth. 


There was a twist I did kind of suspect, but thats not a knock against my enjoyment. There were some nice scenes in this and a good ending. 


Well recommended.

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