Scaled Lord (Cursed to Love Book 1)

Drake has always wanted a pet, but with his father spouting off nonsense ideas about the curse his family has been placed under, he knows he'll never be able to get one. Frustrated and upset, he runs off into the woods and finds something even better: a best friend.

Ladon is the son of a Laird, but he's been cast out from his home because his form is that of a large and powerful serpent. As they grow up together, Drake finds himself falling in love with his friend - but will Ladon's desire to take his rightful place in his family lead to the destruction of them both?

This novella is a gay retelling of the fairy tale "Prince Lindworm" and is about 13,500 words (54 book pages). It contains content that is suitable for adults.