Young Jeffery is an orphan with a special gift. He can see ghosts. When the boy is abducted, Ghost Hunter Z is recruited to find him, surprised to find another that shares his talent. The hunt will lead Z and his new associate Rudder Wallace to The Nightmare Tree, a realm populated by twisted creatures and an ancient deity intent on keeping the boy right where he is. Meanwhile, Inspector Grant is on the case, following clues to find the kidnapper...