John O’Groats and the Mermaid

John O’Groats and the Mermaid a children’s book, is the lovely story of a humble, yet quietly heroic ferry man.

Jan De Groot’s adventures start when he rescues the Mermaid from the Sea Witch Whirlpool, the Swelkie. This selfless act see’s Jan and his wife’s life change forever when the Mermaid gives him a magic glowing shell, a Groatie Buckie. What magic powers does this shell have? Follow the adventures of John O’Groats and the Mermaid.

John or Jan as he was known back then, a giant blonde Dutch man, comes to the rescue of the Mermaid. She is about to drown and be sucked away into the evil witches whirlpool but Jan risks all to safe her from the peril.

Jan and his wife’s kind heart results in them receiving riches not of gold or silver, but something even more precious. What will that be?

  • Illustration John O'Groats rescues the mermaid as she is drowning in the sea witch whirlpool
  • illustration of a mermaid holding 4 magical shells with fish and seaweed
  • book cover of a mermaid holding two magical shells
  • Back Cover of John O'Groats and the Mermaid

John O’Groats and the Mermaid is a happy wee story, perfect for bedtime or anytime, with a truly happy ending.