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The Time Meddler

Nigel Robinson (1987)

SubgenreSpace Opera
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesDoctor Who Target novelizations #126
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.75

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Hero archetypes

Time Traveler

Synopsis

When the TARDIS materialises on an apparently deserted Northumbrian beach, Steven disputes the Doctor's claim that they have travelled back to the eleventh century. The discovery of a modern wristwatch in a nearby forest merely reinforces his opinion. But it is 1066, the most important date in English history, and the Doctor's arrival has not gone unnoticed. Observing the appearance of the TARDIS is a mysterious monk who recognises the time-machine for what it is. He also knows that the Doctor poses a serious threat to his master plan - a plan which, if successful, could alter the future of the entire world...

Tags

Historical FictionTime TravelMystery

Is The Time Meddler appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

A classic Doctor Who adventure featuring time travel to 1066 England with mystery and historical intrigue. No violence beyond mild period-appropriate conflict, no sexual content, and accessible language make this appropriate for middle grade readers.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Fans of time travel stories will love the Doctor's race to stop a mysterious monk from changing the course of history at the Battle of Hastings.