Book Club: Forever Autumn

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Time for another book! We are going to read together Forever Autumn

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The idea of this book, which was more or less to have a Halloween episode, was a fun one. However, the pacing really dragged on, the side characters weren’t particularly likeable, and there was more than one moment for both the Doctor and Martha where I went “they would not say that.” Points deducted for bad Martha characterization in particular. This wasn’t absolutely terrible, and there are worse books than this in the range, but there are also much better ones.

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I love this one! One of my favorites! The villains are described in such a freaky way, and there’s so many cool moments. The Doctor overloading the vines with his time lord blood was cool as hell, and the way they describe the lair gives such a strong visual. Love the campy Halloween stuff, especially at the end. We need more Halloween episodes!

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It’s been ages since I’ve read this, but I remember really enjoying it at the time! I loved the creepy Halloween vibes :jack_o_lantern:

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Read this last Halloween I think and enjoyed it very much, a lovely Halloween story. It has a good atmosphere and the monsters are interesting and cool design.

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I’m about halfway through. Really like it so far. It has that Halloween vibe to it. I think that the American small-town setting comes to life quite well. Feels like one of those 70s or 80s slashers or Stranger Things.

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So, this was quite a fan read. It drags a little here and there, and the final third is pretty standard, but I really like how well it establishes a classic horror movie atmosphere in the early parts. The Hervoken are great monsters, and I enjoy the connection to the Carrionites. There are some good action scenes as well, such as the clown one.

That Jar Jar Binks and Star Wars episode 9 gag was funny.

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Forever Autumn is a spooky and stylish Halloween tale that marries Doctor Who with small-town American horror. Mark Morris creates a wonderfully eerie atmosphere, supported by some memorably creepy set-pieces and a strong concept in the Hervoken. While pacing issues and a flat supporting cast hold it back, it’s still a fun, if slightly uneven, seasonal read. Great for fans of autumn leaves, pumpkin monsters, and occult adventures.

You’re welcome to read my full review below (spoilers hidden):

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I thought that this was a fun little book that felt like an episode that never was. The setting was good and it had a good atmosphere.

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Oooh, I don’t remember that. What was it?

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I added it as a quote:

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