Vampire diaries is a drama about a vampire called Stefan who falls in love with a human girl Elena. At first, it sounds typical, but then the arrival of Stefan's dark and sadistic brother Damon shakes things up a bit. He and Stefan have a very long history when they were humans. They fell in love with a girl called Katherine in 1866 who was a vampire and turned both brothers into vampires too. Damon resents Stefan for making him complete the change and has vowed to make his life a living hell for all eternity. They believe Katherine died in a fire in 1866 or did she? And why does she look so much like Elena? The series is based on the famous books The Vampire Diaries, but I would say they were very different. I have read the books and found the tv series much more entertaining. It had me on the edge of my seat and wanting more at the end of each episode. The introduction of werewolves and an additional witch makes an interesting concoction. The acting is brilliant as is the writing for the show and is very popular with people I know as are the actors who play Stefan and Damon who are very easy on the eye. It has everything you expect from an american series and more. Love Love Love it!!