Doctor Who - The Early Adventures 4.3 - The Morton Legacy

When the TARDIS lands in London, Ben and Polly are initially delighted to be back home, but they realize they are a hundred years too early. The Doctor and Jamie are also interested in an antiquarian, Josiah Morton, who possesses a collection that is the subject of a legal dispute. However, dangerous criminals watch from the shadows, waiting for a moment to strike, and the police are accusing him of murder. All signs point to Morton as the culprit, but is he really a killer, or is there something else at large in the city? Something... alien? Big Finish has been producing Doctor Who audios since 1999, starring Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy, Paul McGann, David Tennant, and John Hurt. The Early Adventures are a range designed to tell stories in long-gone Doctor Who eras, with narration from some of the actors there at the time.

Format: CD-Audio
Publication date: 31 December 2017
Publisher: Big Finish Productions Ltd

When the TARDIS lands in London, Ben and Polly are initially delighted to be back home. However, they soon realize that they have arrived a hundred years too early. This unexpected turn of events is just the beginning of their troubles. But the Doctor and Jamie's woes take a shocking turn when the TARDIS itself vanishes! Determined to find their ship, they seek the help of an antiquarian named Josiah Morton. Morton possesses a peculiar collection that is the subject of a legal dispute. However, they are not the only ones interested in him. Dangerous criminals lurk in the shadows, eagerly waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. The police are also on their tail, accusing Morton of murder. An unusual series of deaths has been plaguing the capital, and all evidence points to Morton as the culprit. But is he truly a killer? Or is there something else lurking in the city? Something... alien?

Big Finish, a renowned audio production company, has been creating Doctor Who audios since 1999, featuring the iconic actors Tom Baker, Peter Davison, Colin Baker, Sylvester McCoy, Paul McGann, David Tennant, and John Hurt. The Early Adventures series is specifically designed to explore stories from long-gone eras of Doctor Who. In this installment, Anneke Wills reprises her role as the Doctor's assistant Polly, while actor Frazer Hines not only portrays his character from the time but also delivers a stunning impersonation of the Second Doctor, played by Patrick Troughton.

The cast includes Anneke Wills as Polly Wright/Narrator, Frazer Hines as Jamie McCrimmon/The Doctor, Elliot Chapman as Ben Jackson, David Sibley as Josiah Morton, David Sibley as Josiah Morton, Kerry Gooderson as Jemma Morton, Ewan Bailey as Copeland, and Alan Blyton as Dexter. The audio production captures the essence of the classic Doctor Who era, with narration provided by some of the actors who were part of the original series. The sound effects, music, and performances combine to create a captivating and immersive experience for Doctor Who fans.

As Ben and Polly delve deeper into the mystery surrounding Josiah Morton and the unusual deaths in London, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that threaten to engulf them. They must navigate through a complex network of characters, including the enigmatic Morton, the dangerous criminals, and the suspicious police. With the help of Jamie, the Doctor, and their allies, they must unravel the truth and prevent a catastrophic event from unfolding.

The Early Adventures series offers a unique opportunity to explore the untold stories of Doctor Who's early adventures. With its captivating plot, compelling characters, and immersive audio production, it is a must-listen for fans of the iconic series. Whether you are a seasoned Doctor Who fan or a newcomer to the world of the Time Lord, this audio adventure will transport you back in time and leave you eagerly anticipating the next installment.

Weight: 104g
Dimension: 144 x 125 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781789568