Paper Dragons 01 The Fight for the Hidden Realm

A new classic fantasy adventure.  
Eoin Colfer, author of the internationally best-selling Artemis Fowl series

"A soaring luminous new world." 
Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of the Nevermoor series 

 " This imaginative world delights at every turn. Great for fans of world building and magical schools, the richly imagined setting introduces readers to a world they ll be eager to keep exploring."  Booklist, starred review

"McDermott crafts a fantastical tale of one tween s bravery and determination."  Publishers Weekly

"Classic themes of finding friendship and one s own identity are refreshed by a Hong Kong inspired fantasy setting.... A solid contribution to the magical boarding school genre." Kirkus Reviews

"With a plucky orphan heroine learning to harness mysterious powers in a well-realized fantastical setting built off Cantonese cultural motifs, this hits the sweet spots in the magic-school novel genre."  School Library Journal