Doctor Who: The Newbies Guide
Telos Novella
Released: January 2003
Author: Louise Cooper
Editor: David J Howe
ISBN: 1 903 88912 X 1 903 88913 8
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This is the sixth Doctor Who novella published by Telos.
Where does this fit?
This happens whilst the eighth Doctor is travelling alone, which leaves a lot of possibilities.
Story Arcs
This is a standalone story.
The characters listed below are the series regulars, important recurring characters, and real life historical characters. If a character's appearance is a major spoiler, then their details will be hidden in spoiler tags. In general, recurring characters are not listed here on their first appearance unless they become a series regular during the story, or they are a real life historical character.
Doctor
The eighth Doctor has byronesque hair and tends to wear velvet coats. He is childlike and has a sense of wonder about him.
Companion(s)
None.
Recurring and Historical Characters
None.
The following stories and other resources are not necessary in order to follow the plot (we've summed up the essential bits for you). But being familiar with them will probably enhance your enjoyment of this story.
Recommended Viewing
None.
Recommended Reading
None.
Recommended Listening
None.
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