Doctor Who: The Eaters of Light (Target Collection)

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In Doctor Who: The Eaters of Light, the Doctor, joined by his companions, ventures to ancient Scotland, where they face a mysterious threat endangering a Roman legion. They uncover an age-old mystery that intertwines with Scotland's mythic past, leading to an epic struggle against dark forces. The story blends science fiction with historical elements, exploring themes of bravery and sacrifice amidst a richly atmospheric setting.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of Doctor Who's imaginative narratives, filled with timey-wimey adventures and rich character development. It's perfect for those who appreciate a blend of historical settings and extraterrestrial elements, exploring themes of courage and sacrifice. Enthusiasts of Rona Munro's writing or of the Doctor's escapades will particularly relish the thrilling story and the exploration of new dimensions.

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Doctor Who: The Eaters of Light (Target Collection)

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A critically lauded 12th Doctor adventure adapted by original screenwriter and award-winning playwright, Rona Munro.

To protect a muddy little hillside, you doomed your whole world!

The Doctor takes Bill and Nardole back to 2nd century Scotland to learn the fate of the 'lost' Ninth Legion of the Imperial Roman Army. Five thousand soldiers vanished without explanationβ€”how?

The search for the truth leads the Doctor and his friends into a deadly mystery. Who is the Guardian of the Gate? What nightmare creature roams the wildlands, darkening the sky and destroying all in its path? A threat from another dimension has been unleashed on the Earth, and only a terrible sacrifice can put things right...

Series: Doctor Who Target Novels – Classic Era

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Reviews praise Doctor Who: The Eaters of Light for being more than mere merchandise, acting as a connective element across time and space. The book is valued for its nostalgic role in readers' formative experiences, with its authors preserving beloved stories as slices of the show's history. Readers appreciate its impact and the sentimental ritual of eagerly collecting and enjoying these novels.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785947933

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BBC Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 106g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Rona Munro was born in Aberdeen and has written extensively for stage, film, radio and television. Her breakthrough play Bold Girls, won the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize. As the writer of "Survival" and "The Eaters of Light" she is the first (and only) writer of stories for both the classic 1963-1989 series of Doctor Who and the 2005 revived series.

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