Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood (Target Collection)

Name: Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood (Target Collection)
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781785948268
Price: 24.0 NZD
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By Keith Temple

Series: Doctor Who Target Novels – Classic Era

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In Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood (Target Collection) by Keith Temple, the Doctor and Donna travel to a distant planet where the mysterious Ood are being exploited as a servant race. They uncover a chilling secret behind the Ood's servitude and must confront an oppressive corporation to set things right. Through this adventure, the Doctor and Donna grapple with themes of freedom, morality, and the fight against exploitation.
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This adventure might appeal to you if you enjoy thrilling journeys with the Doctor as he encounters the mysterious Ood, exploring themes of freedom and compassion. The captivating mix of suspense, action, and ethical dilemmas in a sci-fi setting could intrigue fans of extraterrestrial worlds and iconic time-travelling narratives.

Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood (Target Collection)

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A classic 10th Doctor adventure, novelised by the original screenwriter and celebrated author, Keith Temple.

The Ood came from a distant world, they voyaged across the stars, all for one purpose... to serve.

The TARDIS lands on the Ood-Sphere in the year 4126. Here, human profiteers have subjugated the Ood. The gentle creatures are forced into servitude and sold across the galaxy as the perfect slaves. But now, some are fighting back. Their eyes turn red as they throw off their chains and kill their oppressors...

The Doctor and Donna soon learn that the planet of the Ood holds cruel and awesome secrets. As they battle for justice and survival, the fate of the entire Ood race hangs in the balance. Will the outcome be salvation - or extinction?

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Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood by Keith Temple is praised for capturing the essence of the beloved TV series, offering an engaging and thrilling narrative filled with action and suspense. Readers appreciate the vivid portrayal of the Ood culture and its societal complexities. The book is noted for its ability to balance humour with poignant themes, making it a satisfying read for Doctor Who fans and newcomers alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785948268

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BBC Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 98g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Keith Temple is a British screenwriter whose credits include Doctor Who, Doc Martin and original BBC comedy drama, Angel Cake starring Sarah Lancashire. He has also written extensively for Continuing Drama including EastEnders, Emmerdale, River City and Casualty. Most recently, he wrote the screenplay for horror feature film, Wyvern Hill. He has also written for the stage and lectures widely on screenwriting and filmmaking.

Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood (Target Collection)

Doctor Who: Planet of the Ood (Target Collection)