Thomas Buckle is an eleven-year-old boy with a big imagination and far too much time on his hands. When his Mum informs him that they must take in a Lodger to make some extra money, Thomas isn't really that bothered. But then he starts to notice his new Lodger has some peculiar habits. He doesn't go out in daytime. He doesn't eat. And he doesn't like garlic.It isn't long before Thomas starts to think that he could have a vampire upstairs! This brand new special edition now includes an afterword and the full-one act play based on the story. The rights to perform this play are free to schools and youth groups.