In a story written by the actor who played Spike on television, the vampire who chose to have a soul takes a break from hanging with Buffy. In a small California town, low on funds and food, Spike runs into his past--hidden under the floorboards of an old store--as well as a patience-trying slimy monster, stolen children, and some trouble with his boots . . . And of course there"s always a girl. How can a good guy catch a break when he"s constantly trying to hide the vampire inside?