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In Bronze-Age Crete, Clio lives with her grandmother Leira in a pottery studio and shares a special bond with her mare Grey Girl. On an island where she and her Trojan-born father are the only people who raise and ride horses, raiders prey on nearby towns, and Clio fears she will be sacrificed to the mother goddess to save her community. She finds comfort in caring for her horses during this dangerous time.
Quick Summary
Set in the rugged hills of Bronze-Age Crete, this story follows Clio, a headstrong girl who would rather train horses than accept her town's terrifying fate, and her unexpected journey proves that courage can come in unexpected packages. Kids will root for Clio as she navigates dangerous raiders, ancient rituals, and the power of chosen family while forming unbreakable bonds with her horses. If your kid loves mythology-packed adventures like the Percy Jackson series or historical mysteries like the National Treasure movies, they'll be completely hooked. This book is perfect for kids in grades 5 through 7 who enjoy strong protagonists, ancient settings, and stories about finding your voice against impossible odds.