A really strong retelling of the original episode. This one is structured in a similar way to a classic literature novel such as Dracula, with written accounts from the likes of Jenny and Strax, and it gives it this really engaging old timey feel, which works really well for the central narrative.

We also get a fun little side adventure with Jenny and Vastra at the beginning, where they investigate a talent show, and Jenny meets the Doctor for the first time. It makes me wonder if any future Target novels with the Paternoster Gang could get a similar approach. Could we get more of these side investigations?