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Set in 1960s California, this juvenile story follows eighthβgrader Abby Lovitt as she attempts to tame True Blue, the newest horse on her family ranch. Spooked often, Abby speculates that the dappled gray may be haunted by the ghost of its former owner. The narrative explores ranch life, family dynamics, and the challenges of horse training.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Jane Smiley
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