The Ancient One

They stood untouched for thousands of years, hidden within a fog-filled hollow. Now Kate, visiting Oregon, has discovered the grove of giant redwoods in Lost Crater. And their existence has become a source of bitter conflict—between those who believe the trees are the dying mill town’s last hope, and those who wish to keep the area a protected sanctuary. Caught up in the struggle, Kate follows an old Halami Indian trail into the crater—and finds herself thrown five hundred years into the past. There, she encounters strange and enigmatic creatures—none more frightening than the volcanic Gashra, bent on destroying everything he cannot control. To defeat him, Kate must find the answer to an ancient riddle—and the courage to make the most difficult choice of her life…