"David Hansford combines the stories from Chinese dragon mythology with an account of his own meditations and spiritual practices, explaining how a belief in the ancient wisdom of dragons can benefit your lifestyle in many ways.  Though the tales are almost like fairy stories in their pleasant narration, the connection with real-world spiritual practices is where this work's real magic lies.  Overall, The Dragon Mother and the Azure Dragon Rising is where this work's real magic lies.  Overall, The Dragon Mother and the Azure Dragon Rising is a compelling work for the spiritually curious."

—K.C. Finn