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The One Dollar Horse: Race the Wind

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By Lauren St John
Series: The One Dollar Horse
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The One Dollar Horse: Race the Wind by Lauren St John follows the journey of a young girl named Casey who dreams of becoming an elite equestrian. With determination and the help of her beloved horse, Storm, whom she rescued for just one dollar, she sets out to compete in the prestigious Badminton Horse Trials. This heartwarming children's book captures the essence of perseverance and the deep bond between Casey and Storm.
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If you're a fan of inspiring stories featuring determination, dreams, and a special bond between a girl and her horse, you'll enjoy this children's book. It blends adventure and the excitement of equestrian sports, making it an ideal read for those who love tales of overcoming challenges and chasing one's passions.

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The One Dollar Horse: Race the Wind

The second romantic thriller in the gripping One Dollar Horse series in which Casey and her horse Storm face the challenge of the Kentucky Three Day Event.

From the prize-winning author of the BLUE PETER BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD, the second romantic thriller in the gripping One Dollar Horse equestrian series in which Casey and her horse Storm face the challenge of the Kentucky Three Day Event.

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When Casey Blue's victory at the Badminton Horse Trials earns her and Storm an invitation to the prestigious Kentucky Three Day Event, it is a dream come true. But that dream is about to turn into a nightmare.

After her father is arrested for a crime Casey is convinced he didn't commit, she finds herself the victim of a vicious blackmailer. To make matters worse, Storm is behaving like the wild horse he once was. Faced with losing everything she loves, she needs the help of her farrier boyfriend, Peter, to win in Kentucky, one of the most challenging riding competitions there is. But is he for her or against her

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The One Dollar Horse: Race the Wind by Lauren St John is well-received for its engaging plot and relatable characters. Comparisons are drawn with classic horse stories, praising its gripping narrative and vivid character portrayal. The book is noted for its equestrian detail and the enchanting portrayal of inner-city London, and it appeals to both young and adult readers. The story's rags-to-riches theme and dynamic characterisation, especially of the horse, stormed with acclaim, making it a compelling read.

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ISBN: 9781444007978

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 212g

Pages: 240

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lauren St John Series: The One Dollar Horse Young Adult

About the Author

Lauren St John was born in Gatooma, Rhodesia, now Kadoma, Zimbabwe. At 11, she and her family moved to Rainbow's End farm and game reserve, the subject of her acclaimed memoir, and she grew up surrounded by animals, including eight horses, two warthogs and a pet giraffe. After nearly a decade as golf correspondent to The Sunday Times, followed by a sojourn in the US, riding the tour buses of alt. country stars like Emmylou Harris, Steve Earle and the Dixie Chicks, she wrote the bestselling 'White Giraffe' series. 'Dead Man's Cove', the first in her new mystery series about 11-year-old detective, Laura Marlin, won the 2011 Blue Peter Favourite Story and Book of the Year Awards.

Lauren's website is http://laurenstjohn.com/ and you can follow her on Twitter @laurenstjohn

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