Imagine the Library from Silence in the Library, but on a wetter version of a planet suspiciously similar to Kembel from Daleks' Master Plan. The archaeologists in this story are more of treasure hunters (one of which sounds unfortunately similar to Ace), the librarians are still around (despite the library being quite empty), and the Daleks are the baddies... mostly. Anyway, toss in the 7th Doctor and Ace, and you have The Genocide Machine.
Plus side, there is an underlying plot that goes beyond the fairly standard storyline. I felt that plot was given too little time, but McCoy does a fine job of ensuring we understand its importance. Also, Sophie Aldred is at the top of her game. Having heard her as both the young Ace, the older soldier Ace, and now a Dalek copy of herself... I have to say I'm quite impressed by her acting chops. The story wraps up quickly, and does a fine job of being both nostalgic and introducing the Dalek Empire plot. Not the best McCoy, Ace, or Dalek story by far, but well worth a listen.
Plus side, there is an underlying plot that goes beyond the fairly standard storyline. I felt that plot was given too little time, but McCoy does a fine job of ensuring we understand its importance. Also, Sophie Aldred is at the top of her game. Having heard her as both the young Ace, the older soldier Ace, and now a Dalek copy of herself... I have to say I'm quite impressed by her acting chops. The story wraps up quickly, and does a fine job of being both nostalgic and introducing the Dalek Empire plot. Not the best McCoy, Ace, or Dalek story by far, but well worth a listen.
