An unabridged reading of Mark Gatiss’ book occur the aftermath of the English Civil War, featuring the next Doctor as played by Patrick Troughton and his companions Ben, Polly, and Jamie. Using the Civil Battle earned, the Parliamentarians are attempting to hang to power. But programs are being made to rescue the defeated Ruler Charles from his jail…

With Ben press-ganged and placed on panel a mysterious ship bound for Amsterdam, Polly becomes an unwitting accomplice in the storyline to save the King. The Doctor can’t help because he and Jamie have been arrested and sent to the Tower of London, billed with conspiracy.

Can the Doctor and Jamie escape, look for Ben and recovery Polly – while ensuring history remains on its proper program?