"The ancient town of Benevento is famous for its witches, and the children who live there have to be clever to evade their clutches! Primo wants to prove he is the bravest, but will the ring protect him from all danger- even from the Manalonga, who hide in wells and under bridges?"--back cover.

The Benevento cousins return for more adventures in the ancient town that's famous for its witches! The Benevento children are excitedly preparing for the annual Boar Hunt, where the prize of the Golden Tusk is given to the ten-year old who catches the boar. No girl has ever competed, but Rosa is determined to take part -- and win! She refuses to stay home and help take care of the new baby and cook and clean. She will just have to run away.