Pie in the Sky

In Jane Smiley's engaging middle-grade novel, Abby Lovitt faces unexpected challenges when she takes her cherished horse, True Blue, to a prestigious clinic led by a renowned equestrian. As Abby navigates her evolving friendships and high school pressures, she must also contend with Sophia's sudden withdrawal from riding and the irritable Pie in the Sky, the most expensive horse she's ever ridden. Set against the picturesque backdrop of 1960s Northern California, Abby's journey is one of self-discovery that prompts her to reevaluate her perspectives on horses, friendships, and life itself.