The Great Zoo of China

By: Matthew Reilly

Narrated by: Rich Orlow

In the blockbuster and best-selling tradition of Jurassic Park comes the breakneck new adventure from New York Times and number-one internationally best-selling author Matthew Reilly, whose imaginative, cinematic thrillers "make you feel like a kid again; [they're] a blast" (Booklist). It is a secret the Chinese government has been keeping for 40 years. They have proven the existence of dragons - a landmark discovery no one could ever believe is real and a scientific revelation that will amaze the world. Now the Chinese are ready to unveil their astonishing findings within the greatest zoo ever constructed. A small group of VIPs and journalists has been brought to the zoo deep within China to see these 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 the dragons are perfectly safe, and that nothing can go wrong. Of course it can't....

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WOW, WOW, WOW

Would you consider the audio edition of The Great Zoo of China to be better than the print version?

The audio edition is excellent for people like me who drive 120 miles to and from work; reading and driving really don't mix well.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Johnson. Tough guy, but knows what he wants.

Which scene was your favorite?

Lucky saving C.J.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

C.J's brother is a wiseass, kindred spirit for yours truly! :-)

Any additional comments?

M. Reilly is one of today's most fantastic writers. His Shane Scofield character is excellent and I would love to see the author be able to create more titles around his character. On a side note, Mr. Reilly seems to be a class act!

Good story; bad language.

Original and unique story with a great heroine, but it has far too much use of foul language, even though it is designed for development of the characters.

Meh.

I guess I can’t expect too much, it is about dragons in the present day.

A poor man’s Jurassic Park.

EXCELLENT!!!!!!! Very cool story.

I Absolutely Loved This Book!!! Forget Jurassic Park! This novel blew it away. Best book I've read in a long time.

Typical fast paced story

Good yarn, well told as expected of Reilly. Keeps you wanting the next chapter at every turn.