The book is best described as a blend of memoir, modern history and science, in which the author reveals an immigrant story made complicated by a rare life-threatening illness.

From a shy Chinese boy in colonial Hong Kong to life as a scientist, inventor and entrepreneur, Blood, Dragons and Lions is the revealing story of the author's battle to overcome life's challenges in spite of living with a serious disabling condition.Through protracted ill health, coupled with periods of religious and scientific introspection, Kin uncovers a new understanding about spirituality which radically frees his body and mind to realise greater inner peace and creative endeavours.

Revealing vivid insights into faith, identity and geopolitics across the cultures of East and West, Kin takes us on a thought-provoking journey through contemporary history and a personal growth odyssey from disadvantaged child facing-up to bullying and prejudice, to bold risk-taking entrepreneur twice appearing on BBC's Dragons' Den. A significant part of the story is set in Cambridge, including numerous characters from the University. Powerful and sensitive, the book is a must for anyone who reflects deeply about the human condition and the world around us.