The Mermaid Latitudes

In a captivating quest, lonesome Chicago museum curator Larry Settlebottom is hired to track down a missing artist whose stunning mermaid portrait has captivated the art world. His journey takes him through thrilling encounters with sea pirates, exotic gypsies, and oceanographers, leading him to a mysterious island shrouded in secrets and guarded by a madman. As Larry seeks the truth about the artist and his model, he must also confront his own hidden past.