This book is about much more than Snowman, the amazing horse who inspires so much hope and inspiration. Harry de Leyer saw something in this horse, anThis book is about much more than Snowman, the amazing horse who inspires so much hope and inspiration. Harry de Leyer saw something in this horse, and their story together is such a great one. I loved seeing their relationship develop while also learning some history about not only the time period (195os) but horses and horse showing/jumping of the era. It reminds me that the time in which I live wasn't all that different. Sure, technological advances were different, but folks of the 50s were also dealing with massive change. Snowman brought a nation together, and you'll enjoy reading more about him in this well-written book. The author describes as one who knows horses, and her details about Harry, Snowman, and others make this book read like a novel in many ways. Great summer read!...more
A cute YA book that held my interest. The author did a great job with the horse details (minus one galloping session by a novice rider). A few times MA cute YA book that held my interest. The author did a great job with the horse details (minus one galloping session by a novice rider). A few times Mac's thinking seemed younger than a fifteen-year-old, but that wasn't enough to detract from my enjoyment. I'd recommend for middle-grade especially if not for some mild language....more
3.5 stars. Enjoyed the stories of a female horse vet. I had hoped for a little bit more when I went in, but at least a third of the stories were more 3.5 stars. Enjoyed the stories of a female horse vet. I had hoped for a little bit more when I went in, but at least a third of the stories were more designed to advise aspiring vets about the crazy types of horse people (and how not to let them drag you down). Definitely needed and important, but not quite what I was hoping for. I really liked how the author included spiritual thoughts though, and there were enough stories that held my interest to keep me reading. ...more
Catherine Madera has crafted yet another real novel that doesn't sugarcoat life yet offers glimpses of beautiful hope, love and perseverance. A worthyCatherine Madera has crafted yet another real novel that doesn't sugarcoat life yet offers glimpses of beautiful hope, love and perseverance. A worthy sequel to Rodeo Dreams! I love how horses play such an important role throughout the tale. They teach us in ways we sometimes don't even realize, and Madera has wonderfully captured their unique ways here. Keep writing, Ms. Madera! We want more! ...more
I was looking for a solid YA novel to pass a few hours, and I found it in Summer of the Wolves. Plus I love horses and animals, so that was an added dI was looking for a solid YA novel to pass a few hours, and I found it in Summer of the Wolves. Plus I love horses and animals, so that was an added draw. One of the main characters did seem a bit bratty at times, but once you got into her story you realized how she got that way. Nice details about animals... a great start to a series I hope to continue reading. Teens will enjoy! ...more
Dandi Daley Mackall never disappoints me with her horse stories. Horse Dreams is a sweet story of a girl longing for a horse. I'm way older than the tDandi Daley Mackall never disappoints me with her horse stories. Horse Dreams is a sweet story of a girl longing for a horse. I'm way older than the target audience, but I still enjoyed it. Everyone needs to read a light story like this, and the added bonus is Dandi knows her horses! I always end up learning something while reading her books. ...more
There's a lot of meat in this little book. Ray's philosophy about horses shines here, and I enjoyed getting to know them as he's kind of the father ofThere's a lot of meat in this little book. Ray's philosophy about horses shines here, and I enjoyed getting to know them as he's kind of the father of much of the gentle-yet-firm-when-necessary horsemanship trainers out there. I'll need to re-read again to digest it all. ...more
Catherine Madera's writing shines again in this touching novel. Lots of gorgeous description, tight dialogue, and real-world grit. The story of two wouCatherine Madera's writing shines again in this touching novel. Lots of gorgeous description, tight dialogue, and real-world grit. The story of two wounded souls (a young woman and a mare) who impact each other in a powerful way. Highly recommended! ...more
I really enjoyed this book. It's a collection of stories people have shared about being impacted by Buck at his clinics. His introductions to the storI really enjoyed this book. It's a collection of stories people have shared about being impacted by Buck at his clinics. His introductions to the stories themselves were also inspiring. Great for any horse lover, but they're also encouraging for folks in all walks of life. ...more
This was an interesting, easy read for anyone who loves horses as Buck does. It's half memoir, half instructional as there's some fascinating stories This was an interesting, easy read for anyone who loves horses as Buck does. It's half memoir, half instructional as there's some fascinating stories about horses Buck has helped in his life. Yet the instruction never overwhelms, so those just interested in the man who helped inspire the Horse Whisperer character can also find a great read in these pages. I'm now looking forward to watching the Buck documentary. ...more
Another inspiring book by Kim Meeder. My favorite stories are the ones showing how horses touch the lives of the kids at the ranch. Occasionally Kim wAnother inspiring book by Kim Meeder. My favorite stories are the ones showing how horses touch the lives of the kids at the ranch. Occasionally Kim will wax eloquent a little bit longer than the story might need, but there's spiritual meat in her words that can impact greatly. Recommended. ...more
I don't cry when reading books. At least not until I read Hope Rising. I found emotion squeezing my throat as I read more than one of these inspiring I don't cry when reading books. At least not until I read Hope Rising. I found emotion squeezing my throat as I read more than one of these inspiring stories about how God is using Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch to touch people's lives. The powerful bond between horse and human couldn't be more evident after reading this book. ...more
It took me awhile to finish this book as it's so full of information. Great basic stuff with some more advanced mixed in. Profusely illustrated in colIt took me awhile to finish this book as it's so full of information. Great basic stuff with some more advanced mixed in. Profusely illustrated in color. A good book to have in any horse lover's library. ...more
I love the books of Mark Rashid. This is another one to add to the keeper shelf. The principles of Aikido don't overwhelm, but there were a few times I love the books of Mark Rashid. This is another one to add to the keeper shelf. The principles of Aikido don't overwhelm, but there were a few times I was wishing the book could be a little more like Horses Never Lie or Considering the Horse. But Mark shares from his own journey, and all horsepeople can learn from it. He makes sure the techniques he describes are those anyone can use, but it's more about the mindset. ...more
A great tale for teen girls in love with animals, especially horses. I enjoy how Mackall includes real life, practical insights on horses that are defA great tale for teen girls in love with animals, especially horses. I enjoy how Mackall includes real life, practical insights on horses that are definitely not fictional. Perfect start to a popular series. ...more
I'm having trouble getting into this book. Many of the concepts are so abstract I wouldn't know how to apply them to my horsemanship. I like the authoI'm having trouble getting into this book. Many of the concepts are so abstract I wouldn't know how to apply them to my horsemanship. I like the author's mindset, but I was hoping for more practical application. I may or may not finish this book. ...more
This is my first Mackall book, and it was well worth the time. Fun YA title that you actually learn from without even realizing it. In this case, I leThis is my first Mackall book, and it was well worth the time. Fun YA title that you actually learn from without even realizing it. In this case, I learned several things about horses I didn't know. The main character Dakota is believable and likeable. You're rooting for her through the whole story. Great start to the series!...more
Told in Mark's great storytelling style, this book is a collection of some great stories about dogs, horses and ranching. Not to be confused with MarkTold in Mark's great storytelling style, this book is a collection of some great stories about dogs, horses and ranching. Not to be confused with Mark's books on horse training and behavior, this is still a wonderful collection that was over way too quickly. ...more
I learned a ton from this book. Finally a book on natural horsemanship that explains specific techniques and exercises in clear, precise photos and teI learned a ton from this book. Finally a book on natural horsemanship that explains specific techniques and exercises in clear, precise photos and text. I have read numerous books on this subject, but Ride the Journey is the first that took the time to explain the proper positioning of legs and seat position to accomplish the exercises. It was a major breakthrough for me to read this book. Highly recommended!...more
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