Fantasy literature has explored dragonkin protagonists in fascinating ways. 'The Priory of the Orange Tree' by Samantha Shannon features multiple POV characters including a dragonrider from a society that venerates draconic lineage. What makes this stand out is how their culture intertwines with political intrigue - the dragon-human relationships aren't just about power dynamics but philosophical debates about coexistence.
Another compelling example is Marie Brennan's 'A Natural History of Dragons' series, written as memoirs of a dragon naturalist in a Victorian-inspired world. The protagonist's gradual understanding of draconic species mirrors human scientific discovery processes, creating a unique blend of fantasy and historical fiction tones. These works succeed by making draconic perspectives feel organically different rather than just humans with scales.