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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2021 3:09:47 GMT
Well, that comic, The Age of Chaos, is set to be re-released July this year... I wonder if seeing it in print again might spark off a desire to give it a go. He also wrote Sixie's story for 'The Target Storybook' last year. I'd certainly like to read a novel of Sixie by Sixie, very much.
I wonder which Companion he would choose for the novel - that could be the trickiest part, diplomatically speaking! I like Interstitial Insecurity a lot. It's a nicely understated interlude after Mindwarp and I do like the idea that Gallifrey's "rejects" (i.e. those who don't fit the picture) are exiled to the Matrix when they need to be put out of the way. Anosia's a fun character, I'd like to see her pop up elsewhere. Ooh, hey, another thought. A novel would be excellent, but I'd also be onboard for a collection of short stories, too, I think he's done a number over the years...
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Post by constonks on Feb 12, 2021 14:52:26 GMT
Well, that comic, The Age of Chaos, is set to be re-released July this year... I wonder if seeing it in print again might spark off a desire to give it a go. He also wrote Sixie's story for 'The Target Storybook' last year. I'd certainly like to read a novel of Sixie by Sixie, very much. I wonder which Companion he would choose for the novel - that could be the trickiest part, diplomatically speaking! It would have to be Evelyn. Have to be. Like I understand that BBC Books might prefer a TV companion and all, but we haven't gotten a full-length Evelyn story since 2011! (Actually now that I've said that, I realize it could also be a Big Finish Audio Novel...)
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Post by number13 on Feb 13, 2021 1:11:03 GMT
He also wrote Sixie's story for 'The Target Storybook' last year. I'd certainly like to read a novel of Sixie by Sixie, very much. I wonder which Companion he would choose for the novel - that could be the trickiest part, diplomatically speaking! It would have to be Evelyn. Have to be. Like I understand that BBC Books might prefer a TV companion and all, but we haven't gotten a full-length Evelyn story since 2011! (Actually now that I've said that, I realize it could also be a Big Finish Audio Novel...) Yes, thinking about it, it's obvious: Evelyn!
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Post by The Brigadier on Feb 14, 2021 22:46:46 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Mar 18, 2021 16:33:25 GMT
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Post by shallacatop on Mar 18, 2021 18:27:34 GMT
Thanks for that, have just put an order in. Even with the £2.99 postage it’s much better than the £25 Sophie Aldred was charging for a signed copy of At Childhood’s End when I met her last year.
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Post by shallacatop on May 17, 2021 13:03:40 GMT
Just a friendly reminder that The Ruby's Curse is published on Thursday! My most anticipated Who release of the month; I adore River and Alex.
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Post by Deleted on May 17, 2021 13:09:31 GMT
Just a friendly reminder that The Ruby's Curse is published on Thursday! My most anticipated Who release of the month; I adore River and Alex. Got it pre ordered on audible, cannot wait!
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Post by shallacatop on May 20, 2021 11:14:27 GMT
You can watch Alex Kingston reading the first chapter: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ1ndzjkNYIThat'll whet the appetite as I patiently wait for Waterstones to dispatch my copy. I found out earlier this week that Forbidden Planet sent their copies out a fortnight ago!
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Post by shallacatop on May 21, 2021 10:00:04 GMT
A really nice 19 minute video from Alex as part of The Ruby’s Curse promotion, where she reacts to River’s iconic moments: youtu.be/QIDeOUsULhw
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You know, now that you mention it, I actually do rather like Attack of the Cybermen ...
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Post by lidar2 on May 27, 2021 14:16:26 GMT
My signed copy arrived today - thanks Davy, wouldn't have known about it without your post
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Post by shallacatop on May 28, 2021 18:46:56 GMT
I thought this was brilliant! So, so good and enjoyed every minute of it.
The heart of The Ruby’s Curse is River Song and who better to write her than Alex Kingston? It captures all the different aspects of the character without having to resort to the greatest hits, much of it is thanks to the narrative, which is first-person. We’re always with River / Melody and we get insights into her upbringing, her time at Stormcage and references galore that never feel forced or out of place.
It’s a suitably timey wimey plot, full of twists and turns and going from one location to the other. I loved the structure of the book, with the two narratives - Melody Malone in a detective noir, narrating her novel, and River in Stormcage and her later escapades in a variety of locations, who’s writing the novel - and now they blend together. It gets very complex at times, and a couple of passages I had to read back, but it’s never anything less than engaging. I think it’s the best River we’ve got outside of the show; sorry Big Finish!
And a shout out to the lovely Jacqueline Rayner too. I’m not sure how much involvement she had in this - she’s only credited on the legal blurb for the storyline - but I’ve no doubt she’s a big reason why it’s such a good read. I’d love for her and Alex to pen a Diary of River Song set together!
I’m very much looking forward to listening to the audio and hear Alex bring the story to life. I’m glad I read the book first, though, as I do think I’d struggle to keep up.
It wouldn’t be River without a mention of timelines would it? I think it’s masterfully done here. Set between The Angels Take Manhattan and The Husbands of River Song, nothing seems out of place, the references are all keeping in line and I’d argue that there’s things in this that help expand the gap between those two stories. Lucky for Big Finish, eh?
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Post by tuigirl on May 30, 2021 21:15:18 GMT
I thought this was brilliant! So, so good and enjoyed every minute of it. The heart of The Ruby’s Curse is River Song and who better to write her than Alex Kingston? It captures all the different aspects of the character without having to resort to the greatest hits, much of it is thanks to the narrative, which is first-person. We’re always with River / Melody and we get insights into her upbringing, her time at Stormcage and references galore that never feel forced or out of place. It’s a suitably timey wimey plot, full of twists and turns and going from one location to the other. I loved the structure of the book, with the two narratives - Melody Malone in a detective noir, narrating her novel, and River in Stormcage and her later escapades in a variety of locations, who’s writing the novel - and now they blend together. It gets very complex at times, and a couple of passages I had to read back, but it’s never anything less than engaging. I think it’s the best River we’ve got outside of the show; sorry Big Finish! And a shout out to the lovely Jacqueline Rayner too. I’m not sure how much involvement she had in this - she’s only credited on the legal blurb for the storyline - but I’ve no doubt she’s a big reason why it’s such a good read. I’d love for her and Alex to pen a Diary of River Song set together! I’m very much looking forward to listening to the audio and hear Alex bring the story to life. I’m glad I read the book first, though, as I do think I’d struggle to keep up. It wouldn’t be River without a mention of timelines would it? I think it’s masterfully done here. Set between The Angels Take Manhattan and The Husbands of River Song, nothing seems out of place, the references are all keeping in line and I’d argue that there’s things in this that help expand the gap between those two stories. Lucky for Big Finish, eh? You just totally sold this to me. I think I am going to check this out. And I think I will do the same as you and get the book first, and if I enjoy this, might also get the audiobook. I love River!
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Post by shallacatop on May 31, 2021 7:15:33 GMT
I thought this was brilliant! So, so good and enjoyed every minute of it. The heart of The Ruby’s Curse is River Song and who better to write her than Alex Kingston? It captures all the different aspects of the character without having to resort to the greatest hits, much of it is thanks to the narrative, which is first-person. We’re always with River / Melody and we get insights into her upbringing, her time at Stormcage and references galore that never feel forced or out of place. It’s a suitably timey wimey plot, full of twists and turns and going from one location to the other. I loved the structure of the book, with the two narratives - Melody Malone in a detective noir, narrating her novel, and River in Stormcage and her later escapades in a variety of locations, who’s writing the novel - and now they blend together. It gets very complex at times, and a couple of passages I had to read back, but it’s never anything less than engaging. I think it’s the best River we’ve got outside of the show; sorry Big Finish! And a shout out to the lovely Jacqueline Rayner too. I’m not sure how much involvement she had in this - she’s only credited on the legal blurb for the storyline - but I’ve no doubt she’s a big reason why it’s such a good read. I’d love for her and Alex to pen a Diary of River Song set together! I’m very much looking forward to listening to the audio and hear Alex bring the story to life. I’m glad I read the book first, though, as I do think I’d struggle to keep up. It wouldn’t be River without a mention of timelines would it? I think it’s masterfully done here. Set between The Angels Take Manhattan and The Husbands of River Song, nothing seems out of place, the references are all keeping in line and I’d argue that there’s things in this that help expand the gap between those two stories. Lucky for Big Finish, eh? You just totally sold this to me. I think I am going to check this out. And I think I will do the same as you and get the book first, and if I enjoy this, might also get the audiobook. I love River!
Great, I hope you enjoy! If you’re a fan of River, then this is perfect for you, it’s a real love letter to the character.
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Post by tuigirl on Jun 28, 2021 21:02:17 GMT
So what did I think? I did a read of the kindle version first.
Basically, the quintessential River Song book. Full of glamorous timey-whimeyness. We visit Stormcage, investigate crime in 1930s New York, plus we meet Cleopatra on a trip to ancient Egypt. Plus, there are cameos (if you do not want these spoiled, do not read the Dramatis Personae at the very beginning.... although, that naturally comes with a spoiler warning). All of this narrated in the voice and style of River Song. If you do not like the character of River, this will not sway you the other way. If you like River, then you will like this. However, there is nothing new in this book and none of it is a revelation. Yes, if there is one critical thing to say about it- it lacks originality. But that is not a bad thing when you are after a nice adventure with an old friend, and it is worth hanging out with River for a few hours. Writing is engaging, pacing is good. And now I won't say anything else, because- Spoilers!
Now I will put the audio book in my backlog, to come back to for a cozy couch session on a cold winter's night (thinking back having read this drying off at the public pool in summer).
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Post by masterdoctor on Jun 28, 2021 21:10:25 GMT
I never put my thoughts in this thread, but suffice to say, this might be my favourite Actor written Doctor Who story yet. I love that so many Who actors are getting to tell stories for their characters, and though they have all been good at least, this one is a whole other level.
Also, Colin Baker written 6th Doctor audiobook anyone?
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Post by sexbombsimon on Jun 28, 2021 22:50:21 GMT
Finished the book on Sunday. Really enjoyed it. A great read
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Post by shallacatop on Mar 25, 2022 9:22:42 GMT
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Post by ollychops on Mar 25, 2022 17:47:25 GMT
Thanks for the heads up, now added to my collection!
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