Abby's Pony Love - (Dream Pony Riders) by Susan Count (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

When a girl falls in pony-love, she wants it to be forever.

Desperate to be near horses, a hopeful girl with no horse experience begs for a job at a stable. Then she falls in love with a beautiful but mischievous pony, only to have it bought by another family. Abby's heart aches when her barn job becomes helping the new owner learn to ride the best pony ever. Can her faithful heart let go of what never belonged to her?

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"Abby's Pony Love" is a treasure of many life lessons, we as parents and grand-parents, want to instill in our children's lives. To find their passion in life and learn to work toward that goal. The rewards of a friendship, whether that be with a horse or a person. Loving something, or someone, enough to be willing to let it go. Truly, our children need to learn to live as if each day is a gift, because it is. A very enjoyable read even for an adult. Depending on the age of the child, the book may be just a "story about a horse named Glory." The older children may need to have some of the important life lessons stressed by an instructor/teacher. Kindle Customer

"Advanced elementary to early middle grade readers who love horses, and spunky girls determined to be involved with them against all odds, will relish Abby's Pony Love, which covers the topics of love, maturity, friendship, and determination with equal attention."- D. Donovan, Sr. Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

"Horse-loving kids will read this novel and recognize a kindred spirit." - Kirkus Reviews

B.R.A.G. Medallion Award

This is a wonderful and charming book that will appeal to middle-grade kids - particularly girls. It is a good story, well told. I would love to give the author my suggestions and critique, however, I literally have nothing to add! Ms. Count's writing is appropriate and nicely presented. The illustrations are excellent. Both author and illustrator are to be commended.

"Abby's Pony Love" is a thought-provoking book that will delight young girls who love horses as well as any child who has a passion for something they can't quite get ahold of. Lots of life lessons here: accepting what one cannot change, setting goals, understanding others, and how determination and hard work pay off. And because of these lessons, this would make a good book for child and parent to each read separately so the lessons could be discussed afterward. A very enjoyable read, well-written for the intended audience.

The title and cover art would have encouraged me to buy this book. The writing style and rhythm are very comfortable. The story is exciting and enjoyable. The storyline is great for a child's book. The storyline provides several lessons for children to learn throughout the book. I also liked the ending.

Faith & Fellowship Angel Book Awards Second Place Children's Ages 8-12

So many things I just loved about this book. It is so relatable for any young girl with a love of horses. The experience Abby had with wanting a horse so desperately mirrored my own sister's experience as a young girl. I could almost smell the barn as I read this engaging book. The glossary, horse diagram and recipe were all a wonderful treat at the end. I'll definitely share this book along with your other published books with the young people in my life.

I could see many kids picking up this book (girls especially!) A sweet story!