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mersaddles's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting idea and execution of this particular situation in the Doctor's adventures. I overall found it very bland with no real work behind it. I'm sure if the writing had gone a little more in-depth about the situation at hand, it'd be a bit more of an intriguing read. Small book, expect shortcuts to the end.
tracey_stewart's review against another edition
3.0
Out of the few Doctor Who novels I've read in the past few years, this one did the best job of capturing the feel of the show. The Doctor (#11) felt like pretty much like the Doctor; Amy and Rory felt pretty much like Amy and Rory. And Amy wasn't nasty and unpleasant as she was in the others.
So the TARDIS lands in the pig pen of an English farm, and turns out there's a monster on the loose – a huge man made of stone, who turns everything it touches to stone. And that's sort of a problem with the story, because the author seems to kind of forget about that when int's inconvenient; there's a dog whose condition is never addressed, and also a pregnant pig. The former bothered me for obvious reasons (dog), and the latter was probably pretty important to the farm. Since both animals were specifically singled out in the writing, I was surprised their fates weren't followed up.
When the Doctor says "Do you remember I said that the transformation was unstable, and therefore reversible?" it results in eye-rolling and and a sighed "Yes, I do, because you've repeated it a good half dozen times now".
And … I'm sorry … TARDIS in pig pen. And no one comments on it – or the fact that three adults pile in and out of it on a regular basis. I know Doctor Who isn't a model of logic and sense at the best of times – but … big blue box in a pig pen. Unusual, no? But no one raises an eyebrow. Not even the pigs.
The usual disclaimer: I received this book via Netgalley for review.
So the TARDIS lands in the pig pen of an English farm, and turns out there's a monster on the loose – a huge man made of stone, who turns everything it touches to stone. And that's sort of a problem with the story, because the author seems to kind of forget about that when int's inconvenient; there's a dog whose condition is never addressed, and also a pregnant pig. The former bothered me for obvious reasons (dog), and the latter was probably pretty important to the farm. Since both animals were specifically singled out in the writing, I was surprised their fates weren't followed up.
When the Doctor says "Do you remember I said that the transformation was unstable, and therefore reversible?" it results in eye-rolling and and a sighed "Yes, I do, because you've repeated it a good half dozen times now".
And … I'm sorry … TARDIS in pig pen. And no one comments on it – or the fact that three adults pile in and out of it on a regular basis. I know Doctor Who isn't a model of logic and sense at the best of times – but … big blue box in a pig pen. Unusual, no? But no one raises an eyebrow. Not even the pigs.
The usual disclaimer: I received this book via Netgalley for review.
felinity's review against another edition
3.0
In a twist on the Midas myth and with a nod to Asimov, the Eleventh Doctor (Matt Smith) must solve the puzzle, protect Jess' father's farm from being rockified and/or unwillingly sold, and save the Earth. (Yes, I'm sure that last was a surprise to regular viewers/readers.)
There was one line which was obviously a scene-change suitable for television, and part of the ending was simplistically unrealistic, even for Doctor Who. But I enjoyed reading another DW monster-threatening-the-world story, and the characters of the Doctor, Amy and Rory had some good by-plays and remained consistent with the show.
So it was fun, but not one of the best.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
There was one line which was obviously a scene-change suitable for television, and part of the ending was simplistically unrealistic, even for Doctor Who. But I enjoyed reading another DW monster-threatening-the-world story, and the characters of the Doctor, Amy and Rory had some good by-plays and remained consistent with the show.
So it was fun, but not one of the best.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
urlphantomhive's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 Stars
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I still have to watch the last season of Doctor Who, but since I don't have a lot of time I'm coping for the moment with reading these short Doctor Who books. Which also focus on characters that I like better.
The 11th Doctor, Amy and Rory find themselves on a farm where they find some weird moon rock. Definitely something strange is going on.
I really quite liked this one. It was a reading an episode of the series. which always is a good thing. It was a very quick read as well, the story moved fast and there was a nice mystery to solve. The characters from the series were portrayed very well in my opinion. I would certainly pick up other Doctor Who novels by this author.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
Read all my reviews on http://urlphantomhive.booklikes.com
I still have to watch the last season of Doctor Who, but since I don't have a lot of time I'm coping for the moment with reading these short Doctor Who books. Which also focus on characters that I like better.
The 11th Doctor, Amy and Rory find themselves on a farm where they find some weird moon rock. Definitely something strange is going on.
I really quite liked this one. It was a reading an episode of the series. which always is a good thing. It was a very quick read as well, the story moved fast and there was a nice mystery to solve. The characters from the series were portrayed very well in my opinion. I would certainly pick up other Doctor Who novels by this author.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
kittykult's review against another edition
3.0
Doctor Who: Heart of Stone follows the Eleventh Doctor, Amy, and Rory as they venture into the countryside, where a mysterious figure is turning everything it touches to moon rock. This was a simple Doctor Who story that is fit for young, middle-grade readers and was a nice, cozy read. The conclusion felt like it wrapped up a little *too* neatly, even for a younger audience. However, it was overall an enjoyable story and a quick read due to the lower reading level.
Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.
Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.
charlene_balba's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
nwhyte's review
2.0
http://nwhyte.livejournal.com/1852596.html
Another of the double Doctor Who books published earlier this year, two 200-page novels bolted together. Baxendale's Heart of Stone is set in an English farmhouse where things start turning to moon rock, and the Doctor has to put things right - reminded me of that much better YA novel where moon rock starts animating the exhibits in the New York Natural History Museum - can anyone remember its name and author? Death Riders is formula Richards rather than epic Richards, and has a somewhat confused plot of circus folk on an asteroid concealing a deep secret. The two books will be appreciated by younger readers, but otherwise will appeal only to completists like me.
Another of the double Doctor Who books published earlier this year, two 200-page novels bolted together. Baxendale's Heart of Stone is set in an English farmhouse where things start turning to moon rock, and the Doctor has to put things right - reminded me of that much better YA novel where moon rock starts animating the exhibits in the New York Natural History Museum - can anyone remember its name and author? Death Riders is formula Richards rather than epic Richards, and has a somewhat confused plot of circus folk on an asteroid concealing a deep secret. The two books will be appreciated by younger readers, but otherwise will appeal only to completists like me.
emmmjayk's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
2.5
longtimereader's review against another edition
5.0
It's time. Time for another fun journey with the 11th Doctor, Amy and Rory. I've said it before, and I say it again, Matt Smith is an amazing Doctor and this author captured that so very well.
A totally messy farm is being destroy by a rock monster. That would make any farm a mess. Anything he touches turns to rocks. Makes life really hard if everything turns into rocks, not to mention deadly, unless you can be un-turned from being moon rocks?
This book is cute, fun and spot-on when it comes to these beloved characters. I am so happy I got this book from Net Galley in exchange for my honest review. A great read!
A totally messy farm is being destroy by a rock monster. That would make any farm a mess. Anything he touches turns to rocks. Makes life really hard if everything turns into rocks, not to mention deadly, unless you can be un-turned from being moon rocks?
This book is cute, fun and spot-on when it comes to these beloved characters. I am so happy I got this book from Net Galley in exchange for my honest review. A great read!
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