In the first volume, Kate, Gus and Billy were able to solve part of the riddle of old Augustus. It is clear that they have to reassemble the amulet to find the treasure. The four winds of Greek mythology are of great importance! After having escaped from the old smuggler's mine, the children realise, that the secret hanging over the gloomy mansion Darkmoor Hall proves to be even more dangerous than they could have imagined! To unravel the legacy of old Augustus and finally unearth the treasure, the three must dig deep into the past of the fishing village of Darkmoor-on-Sea. In doing so, they come across an ancient unsolved robbery - and an equally ancient curse! Their dangerous search for the truth and the legendary treasure leads them not only deep underground, but also far out to sea. And in the meanwhile, their unknown pursuer comes closer and closer to them ...