This is an original tale, and not the typical "shapeshifter" story. I liked the fact the Drakon is not a man who can change to a dragon. He is a dragon who also has a human form. He is primal and raw. He hunts, kills, mates. He's ancient and powerful. This contrasts brilliantly with the very modern Sean, who doesn't really understand what is happening until too late.

The butler is fabulous! He reminds me of Alfred from Batman. This book is well written and does include the trademark Sean Michael hot, HOT sex. I found the story was lacking somewhat in the "romance" department (hence 4 instead of 5 stars), but Drakon is not human so that is understandable. Highly recommended. ( )

Matthew, nineteen years old, is working away from home as a waiter in Seattle before starting his university education, when a handsome young man named Drakon makes him an attractive offer which he however declines. Yet by a strange set of circumstances Matthew soon finds himself in the arms of Drakon his admirer, and sharing his grand country home where Drakon seduces him, a seduction to which he willingly submits; the two soon fall passionately in love. Faced with the prospect of a life of luxury with Drakon, cared for by his faithful impeccable, resourceful and sympathetic butler Wetthers, what more could Matthew want? But not is all as it may seem, there is something very strange about Drakon, is there something more to his animal charm; and as Mathew comes to learn some of the disturbing facts, for one he is much, much older than he seems, he begins to question his position. Is his love and need of Drakon enough to overcome the doubts; and while there is no doubt about Drakon’s need for Matthew, is Mathew safe in his hands? Can Matthew cope too with the isolation of life in the country house with only Wetthers for friendly comfort and support?
This is a very touching love story with an air of mystery and suspense; for as we gradually learn the truth about Drakon we are never sure how long Matthew will survive. The majority of the tale is taken up with the erotic action between Mathew and Drakon, and it is quite hot and often tender. Matthew, a lithe and slender lad with long curly red hair, comes across as a cute an appealing guy, and the physically strong Drakon is very masculine and handsome, and devoted to Matthew whom he likes to call Pet. But perhaps it would have been good to have seen bit more explanation and plot and little less love action. ( )