There really was only one book for me this week and that was the long awaited Doctor Who novel Scratchman by Tom Baker. I had heard about this tale for many years and was very excited to hear it was finally going to see print. To be honest I never thought it was going to ever see the light of day which just goes to prove once and for all why no one should ever underestimate the cosmic being that is Tom Baker. Eighty five years of age and he is still continuing to surprise and delight his fans and those who follow and love him.
Oh what a different world it is from those far off days when he and Ian Marter must have sat over a pint discussing the idea and the possibility they were going to come up with the script for a Doctor Who movie with none other than the equally legendary Vincent Price as their big bad. What a shame that it never happened but here we are at last.
WHAT ARE YOU AFRAID OFF...the cover blurb asks.
I do hope the answer to that question helps make this a most memorable read.
Over to you, Mister Baker...
