The Lost Kafoozalum

"The Lost Kafoozalum" by Pauline Ashwell is a science fiction story that follows college students unexpectedly thrust into a dangerous space mission just after finishing their exams. The main character, Lizzie Lee, struggles with her inner feelings and relationships as she faces risky situations in outer space. Initially reminiscing about her life on Earth, Lizzie's quiet time with her friend B Laydon on a remote island is shattered when they are kidnapped by a UFO. She discovers that she and her classmates were chosen to find a missing ship called the "Gilgamesh," a mission that could prevent war on a newly found planet named Incognita. As the adventure progresses, Lizzie's bravery grows, as do her complex feelings for their professor, D.J. M'Clare, positioning her to play a crucial role in averting disaster.