Overview
Fourteen-year-old Reese’s dream of winning the Black Elk race is shattered when her beloved horse, Trusted Treasure, falls at the last jump and the vet suggests they put him down. While still reeling from that loss, her family suffers a second tragedy—one that results in the end of their family business, the sale of Trusted Treasure, and irreparable damage to Reese’s relationship with her father.
Heartbroken and still longing to find Trusted Treasure, Reese meets Wes, a selective mute, whose way of training horses is unlike anything she’s ever seen. If anyone can win the Black Elk, it’s Wes—but he’s struggling with his troubled past, and having a teenage girl hanging around his barn isn’t exactly what he’d planned. Through heartaches and triumphs, Reese must prove her worth if she wants to heal her family, help Wes, and show them all that some dreams are worth fighting for.
A spellbinding tale in which every teenager has magical powers within them just waiting to be discovered, this book will have you laughing and crying—sometimes on the same page—all the while rooting for Reese, the most unlikely of heroes.
Review
Reese has lost her mother. Then her dad sells her horse, Trusted Treasure. This damages her relationship with her dad almost beyond repair. So, Reese has had several severe blows in the past few years. But, she has not lost her determination to get her horse back. She meets Wes, who lets Reese hang out at his barn. She works hard and proves her worth. Then she discovers where Trusted Treasure is!
I adored Reese. Now, she is young so she makes some terrible decisions. And I wanted to come through the pages and pop her a time or two. But, I also wanted to hug her as well. She has been through so much and she truly struggles. You can feel so much of her hurt in this story. You also can see her strength coming through these pages.
I am usually not a big fan of young adult novels. But this one may change my mind. This is an emotional yet thrilling read. I love how the author sprinkles in a bit of mysticism! (And, as usual, you will need to read this to find out!)
Need a novel which will have your heart pounding one minute and breaking the next…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today.
I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.
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