A mid school-year move has left adventurous young Chrissy bored and alone. When she discovers the door to another world through a tree in her own backyard, she seizes the opportunity to explore. She immediately makes a new friend, and is welcomed by the Winglet people. Her new friend introduces Chrissy to carving, and she finds she has amazing talent. But she soon learns that her visits have brought danger to the Winglet village.

There is someone who can help, but she is mysterious and elusive. The Winglets have magical gifts, but not enough to defend against the evil that has returned. As the story unfolds, Chrissy finds that she has become the key link between the mysterious friend Lisa and the Winglet people. Together they must uncover the truth if they are to defeat evil forces and restore peace for the Winglets.