NYT & USAT BESTSELLING AUTHORThe bayou is about to get a whole lot hotter for Drake. This alpha dragon-shifter had all but given up on finding a mate until one practically falls into his lap.Shape-Shifter Paranormal, Science Fiction, Alien Romance, LouisianaPart of the Qurilixen WorldLength: Short Novel
I’m really enjoying reading this authors books I know I’m in for an entertaining read. The storyline draws you in and keeps you there. The characters captivate you and you can almost see it playing out as you read. I’m so looking forward to reading the next book
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loved it !!! love this series !!! loved Drake and Lori !!! this is their story…a fast paced action packed adventure story…with fated mates, drama, hunters and more…
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Drake has not found his mate so he sneaks through a portal to Earth and lands in the Bayou near New Orleans. He makes friends and protects that area from hunters, to the point that The Bayou Lizard Man is rumored. Lori is a photo journalist who is taking pictures of the sunset with a guide when he dies suddenly, leaving her stranded. Drake finds her unconscious and takes her back to safety. Realizing she is his mate, the connections grow stronger and stronger. The characters are terrific and the storyline is inspired, with plenty of action, surprises, twists and rescues. This book grips you heart right from the start and will not let go. Will be rereading this one again and more by this author. Well done.
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Lori is a professional photographer who is on assignment. She goes on a sunset tour of the bayou to get some more pictures for her article, hoping to see some sign of Alligator man, a local legend. After her guide has a sudden heart attack and dies, Lori is stranded on the boat surrounded by alligators. She is terrified until a strange scaly man shows up. In great fear, she knocks herself unconscious. When she is awake, she finds her self in the home of Alligator man or Drake. The more he talks, the more she is convinced that he is either crazy or is an alien from another planet.
Drake is an alpha dragon shifter Male from Qurelixon. Since female dragon shifters are no longer being born, non-royal males like Drake have no hope of a mate because the royals control the portals to Earth. Drake takes a big chance an is able to sneak through a portal giving up his home for the chance of a mate. Drake has found his place as a guardian of the swamp and the locals are very protective of him. He has had no luck finding a mate until he rescues Lori. He knows she is his destined mate but somehow he will have to convince her.
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When Drake comes to Earth for a bride, he eventually finds Lori. This story has lovely sci-fi elements mixed with witty dialogue and a bit of heat. Great short story that is a standalone. Highly recommended.
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Drake has found a place where he can let his dragon out, the bayous of Louisiana. Unfortunately some sightings lead to publicity. Lori ventures out for some photos and ends up being rescued by the subject of her quest. Great entry into this series!
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I laughed so much reading this tale. One of my favorite species a Draig comes to present day New Orleans and is adopted as a Cajun. Of course fate throws his mate in his path at a strange moment, and Lori doesn’t know what to think about this strange man but she likes him. Loved the ending and can’t wait to read more of these fish out of water stories.
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Guardian of the Bayou!
Dimosthenis, a Draig on Qurilixen sneaks through the portal after his brother dies. He has no family left and desperately wants to find a mate. He lands in New Orleans and ends up in the swamp, where he feels right at home. He has become the Guardian of the Bayou saving lives and keeping hunters from killing the animals. The local people love him and protect his secret. He is renamed Drake and made an official Cajun.
Lori Johnson is a photographer visiting to write a story on a local Plantation Inn. She takes an evening tour of the swamp hoping to get some shots of the sunset on the Bayou. Her guide proceeds to have a heart attack and drops dead in the boat. She is stranded in the bayou with no way out. Drake is out patrolling in his dragon form and rescues her. She wakes up in his bed at his cabin. Drake realizes she is his mate and can’t stop himself from mating with her. In the morning he finds out that humans don’t quite view sex the same way the Draig do. He considers himself “married” to her, but she leaves him and returns to town with the Sheriff to give her statement. The sheriff warns her to stay away from Drake and not to tell anyone what she saw. When she returns to the inn there is a new guest there. He is a big game hunter that just returned from Africa. He has heard the rumors of a Lizzard Man in the swamp and has come to hunt him as another trophy for his collection. She immediately realizes that she has put Drake in danger, plus she has this terrible need to see him again. Can she find him in time to save him from the hunter?
Great Book!
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Another great read from Michelle M Pillow, I have not been disappointed in any of her books she gets you invested in the story and makes you take on their emotions. This book is part of a series and I recomend you reading in order to get the best out of the series. I cannot wait for the next in the series. This series is in a well developed world that Michelle has written several series in.
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Short and kind of an instalove (it takes place over a couple of days) but loved Drake and his swamp family. With a story this short there is not a lot of time to build characters but the author did a great job of bringing this adoptive family to life. Drake and his family alone get the 5 stars. Lori was OK but a little lifeless. The danger brought some excitement to the story but it was the ending that was fabulous (read the book – you won’t be disappointed).
I do not know how Michelle pillow comes up with these ideas. Love how drake saved Lori and then she saved him. The way the people of the bayou banded together to protect him from being discovered was awesome. Love how they said he wasn’t there and came up with a plan of how the hunters died. Love the family he built even if they weren’t blood.
This may be one of my all time favorite books in this series. I love the character work that went into this book. I think the story line was well written and engaging. I think that the narrator did a good job with this book. I enjoyed listening to this book almost as much as I enjoy reading it.
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Short paranormal romance story with interesting characters and entertaining storyline. The narrator did a fantastic job with providing unique voices for each character and appropriate tone inflections for each scene. Won a copy of this audiobook in a giveaway and have voluntarily left this review.
This was a fun, and sweet read. I liked Drake’s and Lori story. It was realistic with humor and romance. Drake ends up rescuing Lori and from there things pick up pace for them. I laughed many times throughout the story as I found the misunderstandings between them hilarious. I wish the story was a bit longer because I enjoyed this book a lot. If you enjoy dragon shifter books consider picking this series up. The narrator was wonderful and breathed life to the book for me.
I cant get enough of this series!!
A quick, light read that is very cute, lots of funny and a sexy alpha shifter.
Stranded With The Cajun by Michelle M. Pillow is part of the Captured By A Dragon-Shifter series. The audio narration is terrific. Cant wait for more!!
This different take was very refreshing. The characters are wonderful and Drake has such a kind heart and soul. You can’t help but to fall in love with him. Ursa is a real hoot too. Not to mention NOLA being referred to as the City of Plagues! That had me busting a gut it was so funny! Michelle M Pillow still doesn’t disappoint!
l found this an entertaining story from the word go and it had me laughing towards the finish with those alien antics.
Tired of being alone and royal being the only to use the portal Drake decides to take his fare in his own hands and sneak through the portal. Lori is a photographer out on the Bayou when a chain of events leaves her stranded with a bunch of hungry alligators on her trail. What she hadn’t planned for Lizard Swamp man. This book is funny and quite different from the first two. I love the change of pace and the different take on finding a mate. Quite an enjoyable read for a A chilly day. The narrator did a wonderful job. Her southern accents were great! So often I am disappointed in southern accents in audiobooks since it’s where I’m from.
This is the third book in the Captured by a Dragon Shifter Series. Drake is a sexy alpha dragon shifter
Lori is a lovely travel journalist. This sweet and fun short novella is filled with adventure, action, and romance. Sarah Pavelec did a good job with the narration. I enjoyed it. Looking forward to listen to the next book in the Series, Hunted by the Dragon.
fun read