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  • By: Matthew Reilly
  • Narrated by: Sean Mangan
  • Length: 11 hrs and 42 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (780 ratings)

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Publisher's Summary

It is a secret the Chinese government has been keeping for 40 years. They have found a species of animal no one believed even existed. It will amaze the world.

Now the Chinese are ready to unveil their astonishing discovery within the greatest zoo ever constructed. A small group of VIPs and journalists has been brought to the zoo deep within China to see its fabulous creatures for the first time. Among them is Dr Cassandra Jane 'CJ' Cameron, a writer for National Geographic and an expert on reptiles.The visitors are assured by their Chinese hosts that they will be struck with wonder at these beasts, that they are perfectly safe, and that nothing can go wrong...

Get ready for action on a gigantic scale!

©2014 Matthew Reilly (P)2014 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

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"Matthew Reilly novels should come with health warnings on the cover ... the non- stop life-threatening action ... is not for the faint-hearted. It’s a wild ride." ( The Daily Telegraph)

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Classic Matthew Reilly action

From the first page to the last, there is action. It is an easy read and although frequently pushing the boundaries of belief, is the audible version of a page turner. Great to have a strong female character in the lead role, clever, resourceful and outwitting predators and adversaries. The similarities to Jurassic Park are obvious, with different personalities and their political ambitions and equally scary creatures.

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Couldn't put it down!

This book had all the elements I like in a story. Favourite Matthew Reilly book so far.

He absolutely succeeded in making the far-fetched seem possible.

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Good but could have been better

It was a bit slow to get going and once the action started it became a little repetitive. I would have liked some more verity of monsters not just dragons of different colours to mix up the action themes and abilities. All and all a good book with great depth of plot and strong direction well worth the discovery and adventure.

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Creative and Entertaining.

A great idea executed brilliantly and with clear vision. A fast paced and worthwhile read.

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Jurassic Park but bigger!

This is the first Matthew Reilly book I've come across but I don't think it will be my last. as someone who generally struggles to concentrate this book was so full of action it made me want to keep listening. Great characters and a great story. Narrator was awesome too.

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Amazing read.

Loved this book. Have always loved Matthew's books. Excellent believable story and fast paced action.

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Matthew Reilly just as good as always

Loved the story, of course the comparison with Jurassic Park was there but it was different enough to be thoroughly enjoyable.

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Matthew Reilly does it again!!!Must read for fans.

Everytime I read Reilly book I think how can he top the action? Well he did it in this one. .new characters and ideas the guys a genius...thanks Matthew your unique form of escapism is without equal...Didn't love the narrator his dulcet tones bugged me.

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awesome as always Mr Reilly

awesome book as is all the action packed books the talented Mr Reilly has given us.. looking forward to the final instalment of the Jack West series 👍👍

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Absolutely loved this book!

Would love to see this as a movie, kept me coming back for more. Now off to listen to other Matthew Reilly books!

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