Paper Dragons: The Race to the Cloud Sea, Book 3 Audiobook
Paper Dragons: The Race to the Cloud Sea is the third audiobook in Siobhan McDermott’s Paper Dragons series. Zhi Ging returns to the underwater realm of Hok Woh for dragon boat races and a race against Ami, with Phyllis Ho narrating this unabridged edition.
At a glance
- Third instalment of the Paper Dragons series, described as its conclusion.
- The plot returns Zhi Ging to Hok Woh for challenges and dragon boat races before a confrontation with Ami.
- Unabridged audio narrated by Phyllis Ho, with a listed runtime of 10 hours and 7 minutes.
Reference price: £17.94
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The unabridged format and stated runtime make the listening commitment clear.
- The story combines a continuing series plot with underwater fantasy, races and a high-stakes confrontation.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Siobhan McDermott, see all |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Phyllis Ho |
| Listening length | 10 hours and 7 minutes |
| Format | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Hodder Children's Books |
| Publication date | 12 Feb. 2026 |
What to know before buying
- This is Book 3 and is described as the series conclusion, so listeners new to Paper Dragons may benefit from starting with the earlier books.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners following Zhi Ging’s story in the Paper Dragons series.
- Children’s fantasy audiobook listeners interested in underwater settings, dragons and adventure.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a standalone story or a print edition.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied material includes aggregate ratings but no customer comments. The overall rating is favourable, with most ratings in the five-star category and some lower ratings, but this small sample cannot explain what listeners liked or disliked. Consider the listed narrator, unabridged format and series-continuation story when judging its fit.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a standalone story?
It is Book 3 of Paper Dragons and is described as the series conclusion. The listing does not establish that it can be followed independently.
Who narrates the audiobook, and how long is it?
The listed narrator is Phyllis Ho, and the listening length is 10 hours and 7 minutes.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies it as unabridged.
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