Books like One unhappy horse by C. S. Adler
Jan, a twelve‑year‑old girl living with her mother, faces hardship after her father's death. When her beloved horse requires surgery, Jan reluctantly turns to a supportive elderly friend for financial help, navigating grief, responsibility, and the bond that forms between them.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: C. S. Adler
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