As a 'hupyre' (half human and half vampire) Vlad isn't welcome on either side. He's eleven, asthmatic, vegetarian, scared of the dark and can't turn into a bat, but those problems he can cope with. The evil relatives who have invaded and taken over his castle are another matter altogether. With a heart bursting with courage and determination, Vlad faces perilous adventure to save the inhabitants of Malign Village.