In a village above the cloud sea, 11-year-old orphan Zhi Ging’s only chance of survival is to become a Silhouette, an apprentice to the immortals.
When she is unexpectedly chosen as the Second Silhouette following a strange dragon attack, she finds herself in an underwater realm, learning new skills and competing in thrilling challenges. But rumours are spreading of a growing dark force, and Silhouettes seem to be disappearing. Zhi Ging begins to realise that there is so much she has yet to learn about the world of the immortals – and herself.
Will Zhi Ging be the one to save her world from the greatest evil it’s ever known?
The unmissable first novel in the must-read magical fantasy series of 2024. Join Zhi Ging on an incredible adventure to an underwater realm, a floating market and a jade mountain as she journeys to fulfil her extraordinary destiny . . .
Paper Dragons: The Fight for the Hidden Realm is perfect for 9+ readers of Nevermoor, Dragon Mountain and Amari and the Night Brothers.
When she is unexpectedly chosen as the Second Silhouette following a strange dragon attack, she finds herself in an underwater realm, learning new skills and competing in thrilling challenges. But rumours are spreading of a growing dark force, and Silhouettes seem to be disappearing. Zhi Ging begins to realise that there is so much she has yet to learn about the world of the immortals – and herself.
Will Zhi Ging be the one to save her world from the greatest evil it’s ever known?
The unmissable first novel in the must-read magical fantasy series of 2024. Join Zhi Ging on an incredible adventure to an underwater realm, a floating market and a jade mountain as she journeys to fulfil her extraordinary destiny . . .
Paper Dragons: The Fight for the Hidden Realm is perfect for 9+ readers of Nevermoor, Dragon Mountain and Amari and the Night Brothers.
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Reviews
A soaring, luminous new world ... An absolute delight!
A hidden underwater realm, a looming evil in the world beyond and, of course, dragons! I have no doubt readers are going to fall in love with this magical new world
An enthralling story set in a world of dragons, cloud seas, jellyfish companions and so much more. An absolute feast for the senses!
A new classic fantasy adventure!
A gorgeous read from start to finish
An incredibly original and immersive fantasy adventure. I cannot wait to read more!
Inspired by Chinese myths, this magical world is perfect for readers who love fantasy.
A book full of magical delight!
A thrillingly immersive story of courage, self-discovery, and magic - as intricate as a glass dragon
