Ellis has been a vampire for over 50 years, and he's seen it all - or so he thought. When the magistrate summons him for a special assignment, Ellis is less than thrilled. His mission: travel to the remote town of David City, Nebraska to investigate reports of another possible vampire in the area. Annoyed at having to leave the comforts of his humble abode--yet again, Ellis sets out on the long journey to the American Midwest. But upon arriving in the sleepy town of David City, he finds the situation is more complicated than he expected. Preparing himself for the unknown, Ellis must face the shadows that lurk in the heartland to unravel the truth that is hidden behind the relentlessly peppy and positive townsfolk, who are intent on making Ellis embrace their Midwestern charm.

When Claire, Tori, Stiles, and Isaac came back for their Sophomore year at Beacon Hills High School, they're surprised to see their old History teacher, Mr. Harcourt has been replaced with the mysterious, dark, attractive, and somewhat cruel Mr. Hale. More commonly known as Derek. - After meeting him and some unusual students, they realize there is so much more to Beacon Hills than what meets the eye. - This is one Hale of a story you won't forget!