"The Tale of the Body Thief" is a fantasy novel by Anne Rice, part of her The Vampire Chronicles series. The story follows Lestat de Lioncourt, a charismatic vampire, who embarks on a dangerous adventure to regain his corporeal body after a mischievous spirit tricks him into switching bodies. In this tale, Lestat must navigate the human world while trapped in the body of a mortal. He faces various challenges, including confronting his own vulnerabilities and the complexities of human emotions. Ultimately, the story explores themes of identity, freedom, and the struggle between good and evil.