by Janet Asimov
First published 1986
When unscrupulous scientists try to steal Norby the robot's anti-gravity tech, young Jeff and his strange companion must flee to the mysterious planet Jamya. There, they discover a shocking secret hidden among the dragon-like inhabitants. Can they protect Norby and uncover the truth before time runs out?
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, young-adult, robots
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Jamya, Earth
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
185 pages · Paperback · Ace Books