The Terrible Pearl

Grip Yodel is a man short in stature but tall in spirit and compassion for others. As a private detective he has dedicated his life to solving riddles for others. Hes just been hired by a strange new client the most beautiful creature hes ever seen-a mermaid named Isurus. The problem is the mermaids external beauty hides her ugly intent. Isurus-the most powerful witch of her species-is furious that someone has dared to interfere with her plans. At the instigation of King Carcharodon of the Merfolk she has created a spell designed to massacre dolphins which is bound within the form of a perfect gem the Terrible Pearl. Someone has stolen it from her. Even though Isurus doesnt tell Grip the truth about the pearls true power and purpose he has a bad feeling about this client. Despite his misgivings Grip takes the case. With his good friends Pebbles the horse and Alastair the leopard he sets off to recover the pearl.