Just Add Dragons Audiobook by Ian Mark
Audiobook: Just Add Dragons is the third title in Ian Mark’s illustrated monster-hunting series, following Jack, Nancy and Stoop as they track a dragon across London. The listing describes a funny fantasy adventure with jokes and monster factoids, alongside gentle treatment of difficult feelings.
At a glance
- Third instalment in the Monster Hunting series, centred on a dragon that eats a bus on London Bridge.
- The story features Jack, Nancy and Stoop, with a mystery connecting the dragon to Jack’s mother.
- The listing highlights jokes, monster factoids and humorous footnotes, with themes around difficult feelings.
Reference price: £12.06
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged audio has a stated runtime of 4 hours and 34 minutes, making the listening commitment clear.
- The combination of comic fantasy and an emotional thread may appeal to young listeners who enjoy both adventure and character-focused stories.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Author | Ian Mark, see all |
| Narrator | Nigel Pinklington |
| Listening length | 4 hours and 34 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Farshore |
| Publication date | 9 May 2024 |
What to know before buying
- The listing positions the story for readers aged 7 and above, particularly reluctant readers, but gives no specific guidance on suitability for an individual child.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children aged 7 and above who enjoy funny fantasy adventures and monster stories.
- Reluctant readers or listeners who like humorous details such as footnotes and monster factoids.
- Families looking for an audiobook with both a dragon hunt and a gently handled emotional theme.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
60% 60% - 4 stars
21% 21% - 3 stars
0% 0% - 2 stars
19% 19% - 1 star
0% 0%
The aggregate ratings lean positive, with a majority in the five-star category, but a smaller sample and a notable two-star share make the overall response less uniform than a simple high-rating label suggests. No written customer feedback is supplied, so the ratings do not establish what listeners liked or disliked. Consider the stated comic adventure, emotional themes and unabridged runtime when deciding whether it suits the intended listener.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Just Add Dragons audiobook?
The listed listening length is 4 hours and 34 minutes.
Who narrates Just Add Dragons?
The listing names Nigel Pinklington as the narrator.
Is this the first book in the series?
No. The listing identifies it as the third title in the Monster Hunting series.
What is the story about?
Jack, Nancy and Stoop set out to track a dragon after it eats a bus on London Bridge, while the mystery connects to Jack’s mother.
Alternative options
Monster Hunting for Beginners: Monster Hunting, Book 1
The 13-Storey Treehouse: The Treehouse, Book 1
Charlie and the Christmas Factory: A glorious collection of festive short stories, inspired by the world and characters of Roald Dahl
How To Train Your Dragon Collection: Books 4-6
The Brilliant World of Tom Gates: Tom Gates, Book 1
How to Train Your Dragon: Book 1 - Read the hilarious first book that inspired the films
Murder! By Narwhal!: Book 1
All She Wants for Christmas: A simmering story of obsession
Exoplanet
Bram Stoker's Dracula
Bad in Bed
![The Red Mouth by [author not specified]](/i/StIaUiS8--zhFrB4j4eOB8JJttjAUcTd_Wr_5RbDT3jN8rXcGS5aLUwo8Yl7Dhajk6zlQghzq42EGu5jF6v50H2LHSGgCGUxLLPg59eOHdhT5A25lxV-.jpg)
