Like The Wind - by J L Williams (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A dream of glory. A dangerous choice. In racing, only winning counts.

Life seems to be going well for sixteen-year-old apprentice jockey Sid Everett - until the moment he listens in on a private conversation. Now his worst fears are confirmed, and he is about to face the thing he least wants.

Knowing protests are useless, Sid agrees to move to a new racing stable far away to complete his apprenticeship. His riding prowess and 'horse whisperer' skills have served him well so far. But will they count for much in a big stable, and in the highly competitive racing world he's about to enter?

When Sid stumbles across a disturbing secret, his determination to succeed is thrown off course. As the mystery pulls him in, he realises he must make a choice. And it may cost him everything. Will doing the right thing mean the death of his racing dreams?

" A wild ride from beginning to end."

F.R.M. Riley, Author

Set in post-WWII New Zealand, Like The Wind is a story of dreams, determination, and ultimately sacrifice. J L Williams evokes the 1940s with accuracy and sensitivity. A fast paced and heart-warming story of courage, conflict and caring which will long remain in the heart and mind.

Review Quotes

Like The Wind has it all: drama, heartache, pathos and fulfilment. I finished the previous book, Holding The Horse, eager to know what the future would hold for Sid, and here it is - a compelling sequel that weaves the threads of Sid's ongoing adventures to reach an incredible conclusion.

Patricia Fenton, author of 'Beyond the Rimu Grove' and 'War Bride'.

This was a very enjoyable read. It is well written and holds your attention and interest. From a (generalist) medical perspective I am happy that it represents the trauma issues sensitively and appropriately.

Dr A Walpole, Rural GP and RDA Volunteer

A wild ride from beginning to end!

F R M Riley, Author