This is the sort of story that has strong production values and a good cast and atmosphere, but that I still somehow struggled to connect with. Maybe I wasn’t in the right mood. This was also my introduction to Hex, and I liked him instantly.
The Harvest is a gripping and atmospheric thriller, blending medical horror with the ever-looming menace of the Cybermen. It takes its time building tension, keeping the monsters in the shadows for as long as possible before hitting hard in the final act. The Cyberhumans offer an intriguing new variation on the classic foes, while Hex’s introduction is handled with care, giving him a compelling personal arc.
With a strong sense of mystery, an unsettlingly realistic setting, and a confident debut for its new companion, The Harvest is a standout entry in the Seventh Doctor’s audio adventures.
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Hex!! <3333 I think this one gets more devastating when you get later into his arc, I revisited it last year when I was getting to the end of his stories because I couldn’t remember what happened, and I really enjoyed it. I like how dark this one is
Loved this story and really need to give it a relisten. Might be a good one to do after I’ve finished listening to Genesis of the Cybermen but we’ll see (too much to listen to!!)
I adore this story. It’s incredible. A beautiful intro to Hex, a really creative Cyberman story, and some spectacular almost bone chilling performances.
I really had a great Time with The Harvest. It has almost everything I could have asked for an Introduction/Cybermen Story and is just a really brilliant Story all around.
If I had a Nickel for everytime “Oh my God” was said…
Introduces my favourite sweet summer child Hex but is, other than that, a bit of a bore.
I like the fast-paced, techno style and I think all the characterisation is on point but its a derivative story with some fun ideas it makes no efforts to explore.
Great soundtrack from David Darlington though
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