Doctor Who: The Underwater Menace

The Doctor and his companions are kidnapped by primitive sea-people and taken to the lost kingdom of Atlantis, where they are offered as sacrifices to the fish-goddess, Amdo. They are rescued by the famous scientist, Zaroff, but he has a plan to raise Atlantis above the waves, which will destroy the world.

Format: CD-Audio
Publication date: 09 December 2021
Publisher: BBC Audio, A Division Of Random House

When the TARDIS lands on a deserted volcanic island,the Doctor and his companions find themselves kidnapped by primitive sea-people. Taken into the bowels of the Earth,they discover they are in the lost kingdom of Atlantis. Offered as sacrifices to the fish-goddess,Amdo,the Doctor and his companions are rescued from the jaws of death by the famous scientist,Zaroff. But they are still not safe,and nor are the people of Atlantis. For Zaroff has a plan that will make him the greatest scientist of all time. He will raise Atlantis above the waves - even if it means destroying the world...

The Doctor and his companions find themselves on a deserted volcanic island, where they are kidnapped by primitive sea-people. They are taken deep into the Earth's bowels and discover they have arrived in the lost kingdom of Atlantis. The Doctor and his companions are offered as sacrifices to the fish-goddess, Amdo, but are rescued by the famous scientist, Zaroff. However, they are still not safe, as Zaroff has a grand plan to raise Atlantis above the waves, even if it means destroying the world.

Zaroff's plan involves using advanced technology to manipulate the Earth's magnetic field and raise Atlantis to the surface. He believes that Atlantis is a perfect civilization and that by bringing it back to the surface, he can achieve greatness as a scientist. However, the Doctor and his companions are skeptical of Zaroff's motives and suspect that he has ulterior motives.

As they continue to explore Atlantis, the Doctor and his companions discover that the sea-people are not as primitive as they first believed. They are a sophisticated society with advanced technology and knowledge of the universe. The Doctor and his companions also learn that Atlantis has been in conflict with another civilization, the Atlanteans, who are opposed to Zaroff's plans.

The Doctor and his companions must work together to stop Zaroff's plans and save Atlantis from destruction. They face many challenges, including treacherous sea creatures, ancient traps, and the wrath of the Atlanteans. In the end, the Doctor and his companions use their knowledge and technology to defeat Zaroff and save Atlantis from destruction.

The novelisation of "The Lost Kingdom of Atlantis" by Nigel Robinson is an exciting and thrilling adventure that takes readers on a journey to the lost kingdom of Atlantis. The story is filled with adventure, suspense, and intrigue, and the characters are well-developed and memorable. The novelisation captures the essence of the original TV serial and adds new layers of depth and complexity to the story.

Anneke Wills, who played Polly in the TV series, does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life in the novelisation. Her portrayal of Polly is nuanced and authentic, and she brings a sense of warmth and humanity to the story. The other characters, including the Doctor, his companions, and the sea-people, are also well-portrayed and contribute to the overall narrative.

The novelisation also explores themes of science, technology, and the consequences of human ambition. Zaroff's plan to raise Atlantis above the waves is a testament to his thirst. He is willing to sacrifice anything and anyone to achieve his goals, and his obsession with scientific greatness is chilling. The Doctor and his companions must confront the moral implications of their actions and decide whether to stand by and let Zaroff destroy the world or to intervene and stop him.

Overall, "The Lost Kingdom of Atlantis" by Nigel Robinson is an excellent novelisation that fans of Doctor Who and adventure enthusiasts alike will enjoy. The story is well-written, the characters are compelling, and the themes are thought-provoking. Anneke Wills's performance is outstanding, and the novelisation captures the spirit and excitement of the original TV serial. Whether you are a seasoned Doctor Who fan or a newcomer to the world of adventure, this novelisation is a must-read.

Weight: 202g
Dimension: 142 x 126 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529138634
Edition number: Unabridged ed