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Book Review of Excelis Rising (Doctor Who)

Excelis Rising (Doctor Who)
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One part murder mystery, one part ghost story. The second part of the Excelis Saga still has Colin Baker to give a provide a few laughs, but this is largely where the Trilogy starts turning toward a darker theme. The 6th Doctor has been accused of murder, and Inquisitor Danby wants some answers. The Doctor hardly has time to worry about Danby, though, since Reeve Maupassant (as played by Anthony Stewart Head) seems determined to create proof of his guilt.

This is one of the many Big Finish audio dramas that steps up to demonstrate just how great a Doctor Colin Baker can be. Those who remember him only from the television series often dislike the 6th Doctor, but Baker's audio work has sold me on his ability to shine in the role.