Champion Horse

thoughtful · challenging · heart-warming · equestrian

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What is Champion Horse about?

Abby Lovitt takes her horse, True Blue, to a clinic run by a famous equestrian, but she soon discovers that even the most talented riders can struggle. When Sophia unexpectedly stops riding, Abby is asked to work with her difficult and expensive horse, Pie in the Sky. As Abby faces the challenges of training him, she must also navigate new friendships, high school and the mystery surrounding True Blue. Along the way, she begins to question what she really understands about horses, people and herself.

About the author

Jane Smiley is an American author who writes novels, stories and books for young readers. She enjoys exploring families, animals, farms and the changing world around us. Her well-known books include A Thousand Acres and the Last Hundred Years trilogy: Some Luck, Early Warning and Golden Age. Jane’s lively writing has earned major literary awards and inspired many readers.