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Ponyshoes

By Daisy Dunn

A story about great friends and wonderful horses

Jenny and Amy are best friends with each other, and with their horses, Kat and Felix. Soon a new girl arrives--small and shy, and tough as leather. She readily adopts the nickname, Ponyshoes, that snooty Laura tries to taunt her with. Through the summer, Ponyshoes and her new friends ride in horse shows, clear the highest jumps, and win more than their share of ribbons. And when they're not riding, they help rescue sick horses, catch the eye of a cute boy, deal with pain and disappointment, and see dreams come true. But most of all, they have lots of fun.

For anyone who loves horses, this is a must-read. Equal parts funny and heartwarming, the story will leave you feeling good. The characters talk and act like real girls, not some saccharine-sweet kid like you see in some movies. And as the story moves forward, these girls grow as riders, as friends, and as people.

Editorial Reviews

“As an adult reader, I didn't expect to like this book so much. But I loved it. The girls are so likeable (except for mean-girl Laura), and the adult characters are relatable. The real stars, however, are the horses. Each has its own personality, and each is wonderful. I think any teen or pre-teen girl would love this story, but I recommend it to adult readers, too, who just want to read about good people having good times with great animal friends. –The Publisher

Reader Reviews