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Christina makes some hard choices to protect Star and her own well-being. This series created by Joanna Campbell. Book #63.
Quick Summary
If you're looking for a horse story that goes beyond just the excitement of riding, this one hits different. Christina has to make some really tough calls to keep her horse Star safe, and honestly, it's those moments when she's standing up for what she believes is right even when it's uncomfortable that make the story stick with you. It's the 63rd book in the Thoroughbred series, so if you've already discovered Joanna Campbell's horse-loving world, this one continues that tradition nicely. Kids who are into horses, animal welfare themes, or just stories about standing firm when things get hard will find plenty to like here. There's a good mix of heartwarming moments with the horses and enough real tension to keep pages turning. Parents will appreciate that it deals with responsibility and making hard choices without getting too heavy or preachy it's more of a "figure it out step by step" kind of story. If your kid has already read and loved something like "Heart of a Champion" by Ellen Morey White or any of the early Saddle Club books, this fits right into that same satisfying niche.