The Malignant Pearl
by Thomas H Griffiths
[Restored & Archived by Pulp Archive]

First published in: Weird Tales 1926-12
Main genre: Occult
Lesser genres: Folk Horror

The Countess of Clamnel narrowly escapes a lethal fate when a black pearl, steeped in West Indian obeah, physically sears her skin during a high-society ball, sparking a grim investigation into a jewel that has already claimed five lives.

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Production Credits
Prepared by: Sol
Narrated by: Edward, the digital narrator

⚠️ Content Advisory: This episode contains period-typical depictions of crime, violence, and mild profanity. Listener discretion is advised.

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