Year of the Dragon

Dark Circus MM Astrology Shifter Romance (Shifters of the Chinese Zodiac, Book 2)

By: Anni Lee

Narrated by: Bret Mykel

Dragons were never meant to be simple circus attractions.

The Dragon Shifter among the men of the Chinese Zodiac had disappeared without a trace, up until a meddling Rooster Shifter dug up his whereabouts. And Jun Shen, the snake shifter, enforcer of magical tenants, and Advanced Math professor within Graves Academy is obligated to look into the matter. When he meets a man more broken than even the Rabbit Shifter who he... still hasn't entirely gotten over, he finds himself conflicted on where he stands in this realm of fated mates and damaged men.

With a limiter collar suppressing his power, Jarek Milan is a prisoner of Avro's dark and magical circus. Through countless escape attempts, the light at the end of the tunnel only seems to grow more distant. But when the circus pitches its tent at Graves Academy, he may finally have the help he needs, in so very many ways.

Set in the same Universe as The Zodiac Werewolf, this is the second book in the Shifters of the Chinese Zodiac MM+ Paranormal Romance Series. Listeners who love dark carnivals, healing through k!nk, dominant and sinister men who have a soft spot for their mates, and the occasional magical cupcake will love the twisted tale of the Zodiac Shifters of Graves Academy.

While there are many moments of fun and spice, this is still a DARK work of fiction. Please check the authors website for CWs

©2023, 2024 Anni Lee (P)2025 Anni Lee

Stunning.

So good. I absolutely loved this book. Jarek and Jun were so well written. Bret did so good with the characters. I found the plot so interesting.

Wonderful story.

I really enjoyed this book, I never really liked the circus and now it’s even more questionable. The strength and determination that Jarek demonstrated was incredible especially after learning about his past experiences. Then to find out that he had a few mates in the mix was also surprising. The story was pretty involved with lots of different characters and how they all fit together. I definitely recommend this book to everyone who loves mm romance stories that get you thinking.

Dragon added to the mix. Snake still in sidelines

Jared, Juno and Levy story was impactful with a lot of surprises, unexpected turns of the events, revenge, betrayal, jealousy, and a lot of suffering caused by an unscrupulous being.
This one is more violent then the first book, has more danger and adrenaline, and an unexpected development that shakes foundations and also a longing that is still suppressed.
I enjoyed the narrator voice and input, but it had some small hiccups that were concerning.
My heart still bleeds for the one that is still apart and is struggling with his feelings, as well as the hand that was given by fate and hope he’ll find happiness.
I liked the story and I’m looking forward to seeing what happens next.

Second Book of Shifters of the Chinese Zodiac MM Series

Jun Shen, snake shifter, the morally gray character from the previous book, Year of the Rabbit, becomes one of the main characters of this book. More of his murky background is revealed as he endeavors to free Jerak Millan, enslaved dragon shifter. Dealing with both distant past and present issues, Jun wrestles to not get mired in even darker situations.

Levi and Elliott the main characters from Year of the Rabbit are revived in this book as well as new to the reader characters are introduced and developed.

There is definitely more to this series in future books yet to be written. Basically, there are cliffhangers that are not completely resolved, so expect to be left wondering until the next book is released.

An amalgamation of genres include, Paranormal Shifters, Chinese Zodiac, LGBTQI andBDSM. This is book/series includes very dark subjects that the reader should be aware of before listening/reading. Pay attention to Content and Trigger warnings.

Bret Mykel does an outstanding job narrating so that you can follow the various characters. Hopefully, the repetition issues are resolved from those found in the ALC copy my review is based on.

Great story

Such a great story. I absolutely love the relationship between the characters. I really enjoyed getting more background information on Jun's past with Gavin his HATED mate. We also meet JarekThe Dragon shifter. Super excited for the next book.

male/male
captivity
noncon
blood/murder.

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