Favourite show, Doctor and one of favourite authors was never going to be a hard sell for me but this is a very very good character focused and reality bending story recent U.K. history which is still recent history . Captures the Twelfth Doctor perfectly too

Full review - https://www.runalongtheshelves.net/bl...8 s Bill1,002 172

This Doctor Who adventure is an excellent combination of science fiction & human drama. The characterisations are superb & the story is gripping from beginning to end.
Although I admire Peter Capaldi as an actor he always looked uncomfortable in the role of the Doctor & he was served by some very weak scripts. In this novel Capaldi's Doctor really shines. It's such a pity that the series never gave him a story of this high quality.5 s Kieran McAndrew2,217 13

It's London in 1978 and the National Front are making life difficult for Seema and her friends. When the bus they are on crashes into nothing and the driver disappears, they take refuge in a cafe where a strange man called the Doctor will make them face their fears.

Suri's novella about overcoming fear in the face of prejudice falls well within the scope of a 'Doctor Who' story. Well written and with an excellent Twelfth Doctor, this a good look at London in the Seventies from an outsider's perspective.5 s S.E. MartensAuthor 3 books46

This novella follows Seema, a teenage girl living in Southall, London in the 1970s. The story takes its time, allowing the reader to really get to know Seema, her family and friends, and to experience what her life is in the UK of the 1970s. We don't get to see the Doctor right away, and even when we do, it's always from a distance - through Seema's eyes.

I actually really this approach because it creates a lot of empathy for the characters of this story and it maintains the mysterious and otherworldly nature of the Doctor. Also, it's the 12th Doctor and the author captures his personality very well! She manages to communicate his cantankerous-yet-empathetic personality - which is no small feat!

What really impressed me about this novella was how it illustrates the history of racism in the UK. It talks about the National Front and touches on systemic racism, violent hate crimes and the indifference of police and passerby. That was all much more interesting than the sci-fi elements, which I found a little underwhelming.

Seema and her friends find themselves in a cafe and somehow the cafe and surrounding streets are empty - where is everyone? The only one there is the Doctor, so something strange is afoot. Then they find themselves trapped in a strange place where their fears can manifest.

Overall, this was a strong novella and a great 12th Doctor story. I believe Tasha Suri mostly writes fantasy, but I would love to see her delve into the world of Doctor Who again! media-doctor-who4 s Michael16 1 follower

A fantastic Doctor Who story. Seema and her friends are written believably and lovably, the racial tensions of 1970s Southall are expertly woven into the narrative as part of the both the plot and characterisation and Twelve's characterisation is excellent. You can really see Capaldi as The Doctor through his mannerisms and actions.

Thrilling, emotional and complex, this is a textbook example of a fantastic Doctor Who story. A great read, especially in comparison to the extremely disappointing Imaginary Friends. Un that, The Cradle is a story worthy of celebrating the franchise's 60th anniversary.1 Daniel Kukwa4,305 103

There is an enormous amount of history and social commentary that is packed into this concise package...and one that belies the cliches of what a 1970s-set story might be to some Whovians. It's a simple, elegant, frightening, thrilling tale, and the 12th Doctor is deftly integrated into its fabric. A wonderful and unexpected read, and one with as much to say about the present day as it does about the pastdoctor-who1 Ethan Thompson8

A perfect twelfth Doctor story.

It's excellent characters and well written historical placement makes for a great short story.1 Andrew Stone73

Similarly to the first book in the series, this is told from the perspective of a young narrator, with the Doctor (a Clara-less Capaldi) somewhat peripheral. While not quite to the standard of Imaginary Friends, the Cradle is still very good, building empathy for the Seema, a teenage girl in 1978 Southall, struggling with grief from her father's death alongside the racism of the NF and fears about the impact of coming out.

I grew up in neighbouring Hayes in the 1980s so the setting felt quite familiar, though it's not overly dwelt on. These books are brief by design, and while the explanation for the strange events that Seema stumbles into is not very surprising it is a well-told and emotionally satisfying tale. Nicola Michelle1,443 10

Slowly making my way through the Decades collection and I love that they’ve done these for the 60th.

Peter Capaldi’s doctor is one of the most entertaining and episodes (and books) with him in it are always bound to deliver humour and a great story all wrapped up and bound in an angry, furrowed Scottish accent! Love it.

The Cradle was a compelling story and well written. The 12th Doctor was well captured and I listened to the audiobook format for this one and it was well narrated too. Narrated by Vineeta Rishi (she featured in the Smith and Jones episode 3 series Ep 1) and she did a fab job of bringing life to the characters.

It was a great story and the concept of the Cradle made for an entertaining read. 3 read in this collection so far, 3 more to go!audiobook fiction Ryan Walton62 1 follower

Absolutely adored this. I was gripped from the very start.
The 12th Doctor is written perfectly, his grumpy demeanor aswell as his compationate, loveable side.

The story itself, young teenagers in a time of racism and fear, at a time in their own lives having to manage growing up. Bringing to light the main meaning of Doctor Who. Love and Hope. They are what prevail in this sometimes cruel world and it's down to the Doctor and their adventures are we reminded of this.

Hope for more stories from Tasha Suri Zachary329 2

The Decades Collection is six novellas each set in a decade of Doctor Who's run.

London, 1978. We're introduced to Seema Ahlumalia, who along with two friends, is menaced by three National Front members. After escaping, they meet a mysterious man called the Doctor, board a magical space bus, and confront their traumas.

There are some interesting things here. The early parts and the characters are good. And there's a fun bit where the Doctor (here, Peter Capaldi's Thirteenth Doctor) is given an unasked for make-over. But once the space bus appears, its mostly Doctor Who-by-numbers. 2024 K638 3

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This is YA Who which also delves into the more philosophical type of ‘episode’, where the Doctor and his crew confront Big Questions, as well as adding the backdrop of The Southall Riots. It’s a big ask for a small novella, but I really enjoyed it. Credit to this whole six part series for making non white, non male writers the default as well. Clare Jackson-Bramwell274 5

A fascinating look at hideous government policy not talked about much when it should have been shouted from the rooftops. A tale of love, forgiveness, a determination to take a stand and growing up. Lovely. Gabor Hernadi532 2

The Twelfth Doctor meets some teenagers running from the National Front in the eve of the Southall Riots. On the surface it`s only a space adventure but it`s deeply political and humanist. A proper Doctor Who story. Jon ArnoldAuthor 39 books30

A note perfect evocation of the Moffat era, using the Capaldi Doctor to tell a story that’s both an underdog’s take and the modern equivalent of a fable.doctor-who2 s Taylor Smith7

One of my favourite authors writing about one of my favourite shows. What’s not to ? Sarah Bowyer3

The monologues of this book are so incredibly well written. A beautiful, hopeful and intensely Doctor Who story. Helen Marsden146

I wish they'd used the doctor from the 70's for this tale. Smrt.58

I cried on a tram because of this book. Several times.adventure drama fantasy-sci-fi Jude McAuley11

It's got some sweet moments to make you go "awk" but I didn't think it was anything incredible, but still a nice read Cal King2

Wait until it goes down in price, you should not be paying full price for a book that's only 114 pages. Ellie Scott-Allen176

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