On a bustling horse show road, a young rider’s courage is put to the test.
A sixteen-year-old equestrian pursues a vanished treasure of pride and belonging, learning that kindness to a horse can say more than a dozen speeches.
The book blends fast-paced horse action with family dynamics and social life in early 20th‑century America. It follows a girl who rides through excitement, doubt, and small triumphs, as she discovers what it means to stand up for what she believes in.
- Vivid horse-show scenes and jumping challenges that immerse readers in the sport.
- A coming‑of‑age arc centered on duty, loyalty, and personal growth.
- Family friction, guardians who push and protect, and the pressures of social circles.
- Moments of courage, empathy for horses, and the cost of ambition.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong equestrian elements and character-driven drama.
DAVID GRAY (PhD University of New South Wales) is a Senior Lecturer in the Department Marketing and Management at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. Prior to his academic career, David was the General Manager Marketing at Touche Ross & Co, and the National Marketing Manager at MGICA Ltd (a subsidiary of AMP), and held various marketing research roles in Citicorp Australia, BIS Shrapnel, CSR Ltd and KPMG.