Misfortune has been lawyer Al Hamblyn's constant companion. Just as his life hits a low point, a once in a lifetime opportunity lands in his lap – the legal defence of Dragul Mangorian, a real, live, blood-sucking vampire. But first he must harness his fears to defend a client whose appearance is the thing of nightmares. During the sensational trial, Mangorian becomes a global news media and social media celebrity with millions following his every move and hundreds of thousands flocking to the trial of the Century. Success in the media doesn't equal success in the courtroom. Hamblyn and his patched-together legal team face overwhelming odds – nine victims, a mountain of forensic evidence, and a high-powered team of prosecutors.