A magical middle-grade mystery full of clever clues, secret maps, and a fearless feline detective.
When a weathered sea captain arrives in Brindleport with a century-old sailing log and a trembling paw, he brings more than just salt in his fur-he carries a secret the Whitmore family has tried to bury for generations.
Matilda Paws, the town's sharpest cat detective, is no stranger to mystery. But this case runs deeper than lost treasure. With her brave (if slightly nervous) sidekick Pip the Mouse, Matilda uncovers riddles hidden in sea-damaged books, puzzles tucked beneath the old lighthouse, and a shadowy figure named Silas Blackclaw who would do anything to keep the past hidden.
As the truth begins to surface, Matilda must outwit ancient traps, decode a magical map, and confront the powerful Mayor Whitmore-before Brindleport's future sinks with its past.
This cozy, adventurous chapter book is perfect for fans of animal detectives, seaside mysteries, magical libraries, and brave-hearted teamwork.