When the Delamamar, a secretive band of blue-scaled, four-eyed forest-dwellers, learn of a pressing need in the nearby town of Russell Gap, they agree amongst themselves to fill that need. But there are those in the town who swear that help is deadly interference and who vow to eradicate "those blue devils." Which side will win the battle? Who (if anyone) will reach a turnaround point?

Fans of Stewart's well-loved Biscuit McKee Mystery Series will recognize Marmalade, the orange and white tabby cat, who plays a cameo role in this whimsical novella.