Dr. Who and the Pescatons [Audio Cassette]

Victor Pemberton (Author), Tom Baker (Author), Elisabeth Sladen (Author)

Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Audio Partners (July 1986)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0886902495
• ISBN-13: 978-0886902490
• Product Dimensions: 7.1 x 4.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,919,132 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A great audio book, August 19, 2005

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This review is from: Dr. Who and the Pescatons (Audio Cassette)

When the Doctor and Sarah Jane arrive at the end of their latest trip, they find themselves back on modern Earth. But, when they are attacked by a strange sea monster, they realize that Earth is under attack. Long ago, Dr. Who encountered these creatures before, a race of metallic, shark-like creatures from the planet Pesca. It seems that their planet is moving closer towards its sun and it is about to be destroyed. The Pescatons need a new home, and Earth with its great oceans seems like an excellent choice.

First produced in 1976, this made-for-audio book (later a novel was based on this recording) features narration by Tom Baker and includes Elisabeth Sladen providing the voice of Sarah Jane Smith. Produced while the television show was in a serious period under producer Philip Hinchcliffe, it features the fourth Doctor at a level of quirkiest that would not be matched until years later on the show - he sings (yes, believe it or not!), dances and plays a piccolo. In general the production level isn't too great (besides Tom Baker and Elisabeth Sladen there is only one other voice heard, and the sound affects are somewhat cheesy), but Tom Baker carries the story through, making this a great tape to have.

Yes, this is a great audio book, one that I am very glad to have. It runs 45 minutes, and is a lot fun. It is so good to be able to experience the Doctor again, even when in my car!