Set in Kittiwake Bay, Maine, the story follows thirteen-year-old Cassie as she settles into her new home and befriends Liz. Their curiosity leads them to Waterview Manor, a mysterious mansion turned senior residence. Cassie's decision to volunteer there draws her into a web of dark secrets and unfolding drama, intertwining her life with the intriguing stories of the residents.
On the search for an ancient treasure... On a cruise to the Caribbean, fourteenyearold Cassie Hartt hopes to reconnect with her father, who she hasn't seen since her parents' divorce. But spending time with her new stepmother and stepsister leaves her feeling like an outsider. So she's thrilled when she meets Charles. Not only is he a cute boy her own age, but he's on a mysterious mission. Charles is headed to Martinique to find an ancient silver statue that may be the cause of a curse on his family. Cassie can't resist a good mystery, so she decides to team up with Charles. But they aren't the only ones looking for the statue -- and the other interested parties will stop at nothing to get their hands on it....