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Description
When Flora dreams of happiness, she doesn't expect to be thrown on to the back of a great, black bull! But as Flora and the bull travel from glen to glen, is the silent beast all that he seems?
Quick Summary
If your child loves stories where a magical animal becomes a sudden, surprising friend, this quick adventure is right up their alley. Flora's ordinary day takes a turn when a huge, silent black bull appears out of nowhere and she's suddenly riding across misty glens, discovering that the bull isn't just an animal but something a little more mysterious. The book balances gentle suspense with moments of wonder, making it a good fit for kids who enjoy a hint of thrill without feeling overwhelmed. Parents will love that it's only about 2,300 words, so it works perfectly as a bedtime story or a short chapter-book for early readers who are ready for something a bit more challenging. The tone feels like a gentler, younger-age version of a classic animal adventure, similar in spirit to "The Black Stallion" but with a simpler, more magical twist that keeps young readers turning pages. The story ends on a warm, uplifting note, leaving plenty of room for kids to imagine what other secrets the black bull might be hiding.