Over the Moon (Scholastic Gold)

Twelve-year-old Mallie lives in the oppressive town of Coal Top, where she dreams of a different life beyond the hard labor expected of girls and boys alike. When she's chosen for a daring competition involving flying horses, Mallie hopes to change her story and rediscover her ability to dream, but her journey uncovers a dangerous secret lurking at the heart of her town's struggles. Themes of friendship, loyalty, and resilience drive her daring quest to find magic and meaning in a bleak world.