Doctor Who: The Eighth Doctor Adventures - Connections

The Doctor, Liv, and Helen are on a mission to collect missing pieces and reconnect lost connections in the universe. They receive a letter from Drax, an old school friend, and are surprised to receive a package from him. The package contains valuable junk, and they are later invited to Drax's funeral. When they meet the crew of a space station, they are haunted by lost loves that want to feed on them.

Format: CD-Audio
Publication date: 31 January 2023
Publisher: Big Finish Productions Ltd

The Doctor, Liv, and Helen are on a mission to explore the universe, searching for missing pieces and reconnecting lost connections. Their journey takes them to a space station, where they encounter a mysterious Time Lord named Drax. Haunted by past loves, the TARDIS crew is forced to confront their demons as they unravel the secrets of Drax's past. Meanwhile, Helen encounters someone she thought was long gone, adding another layer of complexity to their already complicated situation.

In the first story, "Here Lies Drax," written by John Dorney, the Doctor, Liv, and Helen receive a letter from Drax, an old school friend of the Doctor's. The letter is followed by a parcel containing seemingly worthless junk. However, their surprise turns to shock when they receive an invitation to Drax's funeral. As they attend the funeral, they discover that Drax was not who they thought he was, and his death is linked to a larger conspiracy. The story is filled with suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists, keeping the readers engaged and guessing until the very end.

The second story, "The Love Vampires," written by James Kettle, takes the Doctor, Liv, and Helen to a space station where the crew is haunted by lost loves. These lost loves are not mere memories but dangerous creatures that feed on emotions. The Doctor and his companions must navigate through the treacherous waters of the space station, facing their own fears and doubts, to save the crew and prevent the Love Vampires from spreading their influence further. The story explores the themes of regret, loss, and the power of emotions, and offers a thrilling and suspenseful adventure.

The third story, "Albie's Angels," written by Roy Gill, takes the Doctor and his companions to 2020s Soho, where they hunt down time anomalies. While there, Helen steps into the past and meets her brother, whom she thought she had lost forever. However, their reunion is short-lived as they are confronted by Weeping Angels, stone assassins that want something from the Doctor and Liv. The story is filled with action, suspense, and unexpected twists, as the Doctor and his companions must use all their skills and knowledge to survive and prevent the Weeping Angels from achieving their goals.

The cast of the stories includes Paul McGann as the Doctor, Nicola Walker as Liv Chenka, Hattie Morahan as Helen Sinclair, Shane Richie as Drax, Nina Wadia as Mimi, Jeff Rawle as Captain Miles Rozann, Hugh Ross as Stern, Jamie Zubairi as Three/Petko, Holly Jackson Walters as Fifteen/Jean, Daon Broni as TwentyOne/State, Paksie Vernon as The Realist/Rica, Barnaby Jago as Albie Sinclair, Alex Mugnaioni as Bailey/Sergeant, Robert Whitelock as Jack Hargreaves.

Overall, these three stories offer a captivating and thrilling journey through the universe, exploring the themes of love, loss, and the power of emotions. The characters are well-developed, and the stories are filled with action, suspense, and unexpected twists. Whether you are a fan of Doctor Who or just looking for a good adventure story, these tales are sure to entertain and engage you.

Weight: 192g
Dimension: 144 x 128 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838687540