For the past 40 years, the Chinese government has been secretly working on an innovative zoo in Guangdong Province to showcase a new creature they discovered in a deep underground cave. Prior to the grand opening of the Great Zoo of China, Chinese officials have invited a group of VIP Americans -- including a U.S. ambassador to China, a New York journalist, veterinarian/herpetologist expert Dr. CJ Cameron and her photographer brother -- to preview the spectacular legendary creatures in their unique surroundings.

Even though highly sophisticated protective measures are in place for everyone's safety from the beasts, it soon becomes apparent the highly intelligent creatures have their own agenda concerning the zoo and its visitors. What was to be an entertaining, wondrous adventure turns into a horrific nightmare. With the situation spiraling into total chaos, the fate of the humans -- as well as the beasts -- is in turmoil. Using her cunning knowledge and strong survival instincts, CJ plays an important role in the eventual outcome of the dreadful situation.

International bestselling author Matthew Reilly takes readers on a breathtaking and imaginative adventure in the brilliantly written THE GREAT ZOO OF CHINA. With its fast-paced, nail-biting plotline, THE GREAT ZOO OF CHINA is an innovative thriller with impressive characterization. Once I started reading this unique novel, it was impossible to put down.

Book Summary

The all-new thriller from #1 internationally bestselling author Matthew Reilly!

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. Of course it can't…

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