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Synopsis
The Doctor remembers Dulkis from a previous visit as a civilised and peaceful place. But times have changed, and his second trip is not quite the holiday he was expecting. The Dulcians themselves are more reluctant than ever before to engage in acts of violence. The so-called Island of Death, once used as an atomic test site, has served as a dire warning to generations of Dulcians of the horrifying consequences of warfare. But an alien race prepares to take advantage of their pacifism... The whole planet and its passive inhabitants are threatened with complete annihilation - and no one it seems, is going to lift a finger to stop the evil Dominators and their unquestioning robot slaves.
Is The Reign of Terror appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A science fiction adventure featuring alien invasion and robotic threats. Contains moderate peril and references to nuclear devastation, but violence is not graphic and the tone emphasizes heroism over brutality.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include mass death, violence, and war.
Who'll love this
Kids who love sci-fi adventure will enjoy the Doctor's race to save a peaceful planet from alien invaders and their robot army.