The Great Zoo of China

If possible, this novel has bigger action sequences than any of Reilly's previous novels. The links to 'Jurassic Park' are obvious (Reilly himself admits that comparisons were inevitable in the interview at the end of the audiobook). However, these links do not detract from the novel. Rather, they add to the enjoyment because it's fun to see how Reilly adapted a tale about dinosaurs to one about dragons.

Perhaps the moment at which the master dragons are freed and then burn some of the other masters. A real sense of rivalry and deadliness between the different dragons.

I've listened to lots of Matthew Reilly's books narrated by Mr Mangan and I have to say that he does a superb job of narrating action sequences at just the right pace and intensity.

I loved the moment when CJ discovered that the dragons could speak and that she could communicate with some of them. It was wonderful to see how her relationship developed with the friendly dragon.

I know some readers may well be put off by the sheer apparent silliness of the story. I initially felt that way, too. However, give the story a fair chance and you'll be hooked.

Classuc matthew Reilly, almost carried on reading through the night.

CJ, real problem solver.

I felt he could have been just that little bit sharper. But then I used to be a very fast reder.

Startling, staggering but what an opportuniy. I look forward to the sequel/

Yes... a great story and a brillaint adventure

the action from start to finish

the escaping from the dragons and helping stopping the dragons escaping

a rollor coaster of ride, from the depths of dispar to the hights of love between two people

a brillant book by Mathew Reilly cannot wait to read the new CJ book

if you love the ridiculousness of Indians Jones combined with the action of James Bond, then I would definitely recommend this book. Nothing too deep, but a fast paved plot with l twists to keep it exciting.

I like Sean Mangan's reading of this book. Be prepared for the story to be incredibly unrealistic though!

This is a fast moving, can't put it down adventure. It's about dragons who are totally believable.

This is a thriller, a very successful thriller, but not my usual type of book. The whole concept of a huge zoo, in a man made landscape, with mythical creatures brought to life from thousands of years ago, is convincingly developed. Yes, it's reminiscent of 'Jurassic Park', but more ambitious, bigger in vision, with a serious comment on China's amazing growth and appetite, and grounded in detail. I think it would make a striking film, or maybe even better, radio play. The descriptions are well done and while only the character of the main protagonist is explored and given a back story, the others are brought to life by the excellent narration. Yes, it's all hokum, but the plotting, detail and imagination of the author make us suspend disbelief and sit back and enjoy the ride.
The parts that grabbed me most were not the amazing escapes but the accounts of animal biology and psychology... It was fascinating to have a glimpse into the workings of a major predator's way of seeing. I shall certainly listen to it again.

If you like the authors other works you will love this, fast pace, action, imaginative. A dig rent feel to the 2 other series a bit not like contest but love how different it is.
Took me to another world for a bit so I'm happy :)

Great story, great hero, another classic book by Matthew Reilly.

If you've never listened / read any of his books try this one you won't be disappointed at all

Matthew Reilly back on form. None stop action from beginning to end. When I started reading this I couldn't put it down.