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raesnovels's review against another edition
5.0
Wonderful book. The dialog sounds just like an episode of the show. The imagery is fantastic. Had it not been a "Doctor Who" story, it still would have been a great book.
Spoiler
Having the humans be the bad guys was a very neat twist.nwhyte's review against another edition
3.0
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One of the first Eleventh Doctor / Amy books, taking the two to a conglomeration of space junk called the Gyre, where degenerate humans, civilised Arabic-speaking aliens and an interstellar criminal are grappling with a bomb, a comet, and a long-lost technological relic. It's for younger readers, but pleasing none the less, with Llewellyn keeping a lot of balls in the air and before bringing the story to a satisfactory conclusion.
One of the first Eleventh Doctor / Amy books, taking the two to a conglomeration of space junk called the Gyre, where degenerate humans, civilised Arabic-speaking aliens and an interstellar criminal are grappling with a bomb, a comet, and a long-lost technological relic. It's for younger readers, but pleasing none the less, with Llewellyn keeping a lot of balls in the air and before bringing the story to a satisfactory conclusion.
candycain's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
middle_name_joy's review against another edition
3.0
Two hundred fifty thousand years in the future, a comet by the name Schuler-Khan is headed straight for the Gyre, a magnetic plain fashioned out of space debris and refuse. A war is waging between the inhabitants of the Gyre, the so-called “humans,” and the Sittuun, a team of aliens armed with a bomb large enough to destroy the Gyre before Schuler-Khan’s impact obliterates the surrounding galaxy. The Doctor and Amy are pulled into the situation when they land on the Gyre at the summons of a mysterious distress signal.
As suspected, this media tie-in was decent but paled in comparison to the show. Dialogue and characterization lagged, surely due to the freshness of Matt Smith’s incarnation; conversely, it can be seen as the Doctor ‘still cooking,’ as this story took place somewhere after “The Beast Below.” It also explains why more time was devoted to original characters inconsequential to the TV program’s continuity.
While separations are common on the show, Amy and the Doctor were apart for over half of the novel and that is too long, especially as their scenes together were priceless, building on the natural chemistry Matt Smith and Karen Gillan bring to their characters’ interaction. The high-five bit was indicative of a friendship still finding its footing, even as the hand-holding moment drew on their intermittent fourteen-year relationship.
If I can get my hands on them, I’ll read more of these tie-ins. I am just that enamored with the adventures of this Doctor and his companion.
As suspected, this media tie-in was decent but paled in comparison to the show. Dialogue and characterization lagged, surely due to the freshness of Matt Smith’s incarnation; conversely, it can be seen as the Doctor ‘still cooking,’ as this story took place somewhere after “The Beast Below.” It also explains why more time was devoted to original characters inconsequential to the TV program’s continuity.
While separations are common on the show, Amy and the Doctor were apart for over half of the novel and that is too long, especially as their scenes together were priceless, building on the natural chemistry Matt Smith and Karen Gillan bring to their characters’ interaction. The high-five bit was indicative of a friendship still finding its footing, even as the hand-holding moment drew on their intermittent fourteen-year relationship.
If I can get my hands on them, I’ll read more of these tie-ins. I am just that enamored with the adventures of this Doctor and his companion.
thiefofcamorr's review against another edition
3.0
Not as good as The Forgotten Army or Apollo 23... the beginning and middle were almost dull... but the ending was quite well done. The ending is pretty darn important, so it makes it worth a read.
noveladdiction's review
5.0
This was absolutely fantastic! Probably one of the best Doctor Who books I have ever read/listened to, and definitely in my list of top science fiction (in general) books I have read! A great story, with equally great characters besides those that normally appear in the show.
Since I listened to the audio book, I can't help but mention how well done that was. Arthur Darvill is a wonderful narrator, and I am desperately seeking anything else read by him. He does superb voices, and he is incredibly engaging. If he could read every Doctor Who book I listen to, I'd be happy. If he could narrate my life for me, I'd be overjoyed - someone try and make this happen.
If you're a fan of Doctor Who, be sure to check out "Night of the Humans" by David Llewellyn.
Since I listened to the audio book, I can't help but mention how well done that was. Arthur Darvill is a wonderful narrator, and I am desperately seeking anything else read by him. He does superb voices, and he is incredibly engaging. If he could read every Doctor Who book I listen to, I'd be happy. If he could narrate my life for me, I'd be overjoyed - someone try and make this happen.
If you're a fan of Doctor Who, be sure to check out "Night of the Humans" by David Llewellyn.
sshabein's review against another edition
4.0
I read this to my 8 yr old son before bed, a chapter at a time, and we both really enjoyed it.
traci1974's review
3.0
I wonder why so many of the books separate the Doctor from his companions in their stories. I'm assuming they feel it adds to the drama, but I much prefer it when they're together and bounce their personalities off one another. This one was ok. A little heavy handed with its message at times, but the characterizations were pretty good.
sunsoar25's review
4.0
Night of the Humans was a fun Doctor Who story set during series five which features Amy Pond and the 11th Doctor. I listened to the audiobook which was narrated by Arthur Darvill and the production is excellent. I think he's quickly becoming one of my favorite audiobook narrators. The only way this story could be better would be if his character from the tv series, Rory, appeared in this story.
