Doctor Who: At Childhood’s End

Thirteenth Doctor Novel

By: Sophie Aldred

Narrated by: Sophie Aldred

Past or future, which path do you choose?

Past, present and future collide as the Thirteenth Doctor meets classic Doctor Who companion Ace, in an epic novel written and read by Sophie Aldred.

Once, a girl called Ace travelled the universe with the Doctor - until, in the wake of a terrible tragedy they parted company. Now, decades on, she is known as Dorothy McShane, the reclusive millionaire philanthropist who heads the global organisation A Charitable Earth.

But Dorothy is being haunted by terrible nightmares in which she’s abducted to an alien world. Nightmares that begin just as scores of young runaways are vanishing from the dark alleyways of London. Could the disappearances be linked to sightings of sinister creatures - part man, part rat - lurking in the city shadows? Why has an alien satellite entered a secret orbit around the Moon? And how has Dorothy become a target for the victors in an interstellar war?

Investigating the satellite with Ryan, Graham and Yaz, the Doctor is thrown together with Ace once more. Together they must unravel a malevolent plot that will cost of thousands of lives. But can the Doctor atone for her past incarnation’s behaviour - and how much must Ace sacrifice to win victory not only for herself, but for the Earth?

Sophie Aldred, who played Ace in the BBC TV serial, reads her own thrilling novel.

Written by Sophie Aldred with Steve Cole and Mike Tucker

Storyline by Sophie Aldred, Steve Cole and Mike Tucker

Text copyright © Sophie Aldred 2020

Reading produced by Neil Gardner Recorded at Ladbroke Audio Ltd

Sound design by Simon Power for Meon Sound

Executive producer: Michael Stevens

©2019 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2019 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

What fun!

Sophie was not only one of my favorite Doctor Who companions as Ace, she’s also a talented storyteller! This book was so much fun I had a hard time putting it down. Well done Sophie you have brought a wonderful era back to life.

For Whovians

Sophie Aldred is an Outstanding author and narrator. Thank you for sharing this story and for being a great companion.

Soooo Good!!

This is the first 13th Doctor story I’ve listened to, it was totally worth it! A really great plot that tied up some loose ends from a few recreations past. I enjoyed every minute.

voices were Ace!

pun intended.

Sophie Aldred did a fantastic job narrating. Sometimes it sounded to me like she mixed up the voices a bit, used the wrong voice, but overall I was really impressed.

The story is also really interesting. I confess that I've never seen the original series, so it was pretty rad to get a glimpse into it and to meet some of the characters. Especially given that Ace will be making an appearance in 13's finale this fall!

I recommend this title.

Sophia nails it

I am very impressed! Sophie Aldred totally hits the mark with this story. Proves to me that Ace needs to make a cameo with the 13th Doctor. The story and writing is exceptional and Sophie’s performance is on point. Her impression of the 13th Doctor is impressive. I thought several times that Jodie Whittaker was part of the reading.

FANTASTIC!

This book is appsolutly fantastic! 10 out of 10! the best Doctor Who story I've read in a while.

Awesome!

Great stories and perfect narration! I love these Doctor Who books!!! I will continue listening to them, especially ones written and narrated by Sophie!

LOVE

Squiget!! The best character. Sophie did SUCH a good job!!!! NAILED IT! Would read it again!

a perfect book for all fans of DW

an excellent story to get you through this odd time. and a great appetizer for anyone waiting for the next Series of doctor who.

I hope they make this into an actual episode

Good story, annoying production.

I thoroughly enjoyed the story and Sophie's narration. The added sound effects (horse hooves, tinny audio simulating speakers) pulled me from the story everytime they were used. I would have given this a five-star rating without the sound effects. I bought an audio book, not a radio production.