A Good Horse

In this engaging young adult novel, eighth grader Abby Lovitt cherishes life on her family's ranch, where caring for horses like the charming foal Jack brings her joy. However, Abby's world is turned upside down when a letter from a private investigator reveals that Jack's mare may have been sold to them unknowingly as stolen property. As the mystery unfolds, Abby faces the possibility of losing not just Jack, but also her connection to the ranch she loves. Pulitzer Prize winner Jane Smiley weaves a heartfelt story set in the 1960s California horse country, brimming with her passion and expertise in the world of horses.