Voodoo Planet

"Voodoo Planet" is a science fiction novel written by Andre Norton, the pseudonym of Alice Mary Norton, a prolific American author known for her works in the speculative fiction genre. The novel is part of Norton's "Dane Thorson" series, which includes several standalone stories set in the same universe.In "Voodoo Planet," Dane Thorson, the protagonist, is a cargo master apprentice on board a trading spaceship. The story follows Thorson and his crew as they land on the planet Gault to repair their ship. However, they soon become embroiled in a mysterious and dangerous conflict involving the indigenous inhabitants of the planet and a powerful alien force.As they navigate the treacherous landscape of Gault, Thorson and his companions encounter strange creatures, ancient ruins, and the enigmatic presence of voodoo-like rituals practiced by the planet's inhabitants. The novel explores themes of exploration, adventure, and the clash of cultures in a distant and unfamiliar world.