Doctor Who: Harry Sullivan's War

Beyond the Doctor

By: Ian Marter

Narrated by: Christopher Naylor

Christopher Naylor reads this original novel featuring the Doctor's former companion in his own adventure.

It's ten years since Harry Sullivan left UNIT and gave up his travels in the TARDIS with the Doctor and Sarah Jane.

Since then he has been engaged in top secret work, developing antidotes to nerve toxins. But when he is transferred to Yarra in the Hebrides to work on weapons research, he has severe misgivings. For one thing, it goes against much of what he believes in. For another, someone is out to kill Harry Sullivan.

Who wants Harry safely out of the way? What significance does Van Gogh painting have? And can Harry's old friend, the Brigadier, really be involved in a scheme which threatens the security of the Western World?

Reading produced by Morrison Ellis. Sound design by Oliver Denman. Executive producer for BBC Audiobooks: Michael Stevens

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Fun Harry Sullivan Story

Fantastic performance by Christopher Naylor, who captures the feel of Harry Sullivan, and good supporting music throughout. This “cozy” James Bond-type story showcases Harry’s gentlemanly qualities, expertise as a medical professional, and his UNIT training and experience, which are all integral to the story. Other DW characters play a role, while Harry is finally allowed to shine as the lead, and thankfully there is no Doctor-bashing or -debasing. There’s even a moment when Harry admits he wouldn’t mind the Doctor being there because he always sorted things out. Unfortunately, the novel was edited for the audio.