Jim Qwilleran is enjoying his stay at the Nutcracker Inn in Black Creek. His two Siamese, Koko and Yum Yum, dont seem quite as pleased with the accommodations…though Koko does enjoy keeping a keen eye on the squirrels and other local wildlife. Then, while Kokos eagerly watching some jumping trout, he spots something else: a body floating downstream. When its revealed that the victim was a guest at the innand had nuggets of gold hidden in his shoesQwill dives into the case. And if he and the cats dont solve it soon, theyre going to be up the creek without a paddle…