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When Shara and her friends decide to protest against a wild horse race, it sounds fun and heroic, but they don't plan on the tangle of heartbreak that follows. Book #4
Quick Summary
Golden Stranger follows Shara and her friends as they hatch a plan to stop a local wild horse race they think is cruel. It starts out like a fun adventure, but things quickly get messy and they end up dealing with some pretty heavy feelings when everything doesn't go as planned. The story mixes humor, friendship drama, and a dash of real-world issues, making it a good pick for kids who like books that feel like a cause they can root for. There's enough action and suspense to keep reluctant readers turning pages, and the characters are quirky enough to feel like the kids you might meet at school. If you enjoyed the activist vibe and animal-themed adventures in Carl Hiaasen's Hoot, you'll probably like this one too. Parents should know there's a bit of tension and a couple of sad moments, but overall it's a heart-warming story about standing up for what you believe in.