Key Out of Time (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780809501687)

Key Out of Time is a riveting installment in Andre Norton's Time Traders series, continuing the adventures of Ross Murdock and his companions as they embark on a new mission. This time, they travel to the distant planet Hawaika, where they aim to explore its past and uncover the mysteries of its lost civilization.

As they use the time-traveling device to journey back into Hawaika's history, Ross and his team are unexpectedly trapped in a distant era, where they encounter the planet's ancient inhabitants. They soon find themselves entangled in a struggle involving powerful forces, both natural and supernatural, that threaten their mission and survival.

With time running out, Ross must decipher the secrets of Hawaika's past and find a way to return to the present. Norton masterfully blends science fiction and adventure, weaving a tale of exploration and courage that challenges her characters to adapt and overcome the unknown.