Damon (Ian Somerhalder) takes a trip to Georgia, where he surprises an old flame, Bree (guest star Gina Torres, “Eli Stone”) and enlists her help to figure out how to open the tomb. In the process, Damon comes face to face with someone who is determined to make him pay for past wrongs. Stefan (Paul Wesley) opens up to Grams (guest star Jasmine Guy) in his effort to help Bonnie (Katarina Graham) overcome her fears and accept her powers. While researching his history paper in the public library, Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) meets a cute-but-geeky girl named Anna (guest star Malese Jow, “Hannah Montana”) who has her own theories on the folklore of Mystic Falls. When Damon returns from Georgia, Stefan is waiting with news that will change their world.

The Vampire Diaries had a huge start in 2009 with great ratings,a loyal fan base and a People‘s Choice Award for Favorite New Drama. Can the show keep that momentum up in 2010?Yes, and that is almost entirely due to Ian Somerhalder.  Thedelightful joy he takes in playing the sinister but charming DamonSalvatore is getting stronger as The Vampire Diaries realizes he‘s the real star of this show.
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