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The Twin Dilemma

Eric Saward (1985)

SubgenreSpace Opera
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesDoctor Who Target novelizations #103
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.0

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Heroine archetypes

Fish out of Water

Synopsis

The Doctor has regenerated, having sacrificed his fifth persona to save Peri's life. But things are not going well... On this occasion the process of regeneration is by no means smooth, for the even-tempered, good-humoured fifth Doctor has given way to a rather disturbed and unsettled successor. In a particularly irascible moment the new Doctor comes dangerously close to committing a shocking crime. Overwhelmed with guilt for his violent behaviour, the repentant Time Lord decides to become a hermit...

Tags

Time TravelBritish SFTie-in FictionClassic Who

Is The Twin Dilemma appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

The Doctor undergoes a difficult regeneration that causes violent behavior and guilt, but the story focuses on his journey to recovery and self-control. Typical Doctor Who-style peril and adventure.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include attempted murder, mental illness, and violence.

Who'll love this

Fans of Doctor Who will enjoy seeing the new Doctor struggle with his transformation and work to overcome his dangerous impulses.