Tyrese Thompson is a mischievous yet magnetic seven-year-old schoolboy, who is full of energy, always trying to escape his annoying little brother Geoff, and outsmart his older sister Karen. Life in his Birmingham home is pretty normal until his birthday arrives. This year Tyrese's parents give him a present unlike any other - one that will unlock a world of adventure, mystery, and unimaginable surprises. What starts as an ordinary gift, soon leads Tyrese on a thrilling journey that will change his life forever. ''Now before my adventure begins you need to promise me something, you can't tell the grown-ups. Not your mum, your dad, your uncle, your aunt, your teacher, your postman, the man who runs the corner shop or the old lady next door. Not a single one. Understand? Good. You see my little secret means I have lots of fun. And if there's one thing most grown ups don't seem to like... it's fun. So here we go.''