This story feels like two distinct stories. On one hand it's great to have more insight on that version of the master's motivations and why he turned out like that, but the story only really picks up once therapy starts, which offers amazing character dynamics, especially by giving the master genuine friendships, which he never had before. It still could help being better paced, and maybe separated in two distinct stories.

Wasn't for me but I did appreciate that this series seems willing to grapple with the Master's post-Missy resurrection and the apparent regression that entails. Having the Spymaster adrift, unsure of who he is, is a compelling start — even if this first outing feels meandering.

Thought this would be only a little funny story about the Spy Master constantly having breakdown after breakdown after personality crisis, but even if the humor is quite obviously there, the main subject about his inner demons (of course) is treated brilliantly. I appreciate this intrsopection, as it explains this Master's views on Missy and what happened to become this new regeneration. As per the story itself, making the Master basically go through therapy is hilarious but so, so needed. He's beyond insane and deranged and that's why I love him so much. There's something about this Master being so psychotic most of the time that his raw emotions and thoughts are crystal clear, even if he refuses to admit it. In all honesty, I'd love anything that had to do with him but this is genuinely so good.

This was a fantastic start to the box set, Sacha Dhawan Continues to play the Master incredibly well and I cannot wait to listen to more.