This book has not proved to be very popular, and that is with very good reason. It's an unimaginative re-imagining of the Picture of Dorian Gray as occurring in contemporary times, complete with the beautiful, immortal Dorian as the center of attention in a gay BDSM club. The very premise of the book, that Dorian survived whilst his secret brother died in his place, is implausible enough. Then comes the 20th century trappings and the assumption that Sibyl Vane is Dorian's half-sister (which is unfounded). The overbearing narrative style contrasts the ever-so-subtle one utilized by Wilde, especially in terms of sexuality and the relationship between Wotton and Gray. Overall, a novel best left ignored and forgotten. ( )