Books like Ashleigh's diary by Joanna Campbell

When Ashleigh, now 23, stumbles upon her long‑forgotten childhood diary, she is immediately drawn back to the formative years that shaped her love of horses and life lessons learned. The diary chronicles her early adventures with her first horse, Stardust, whose spirited presence guided young Ashleigh through the joys and challenges of horse care and racing. The pages also recount the dangerous confrontation with horse thieves and the gripping struggle against a virulent disease that swept through their family stables when Ashleigh was eleven. The story blends personal growth with themes of resilience, responsibility, and the enduring bond between humans and horses. Set against the backdrop of small‑town equestrian life, the book offers an engaging, heartfelt look at the trials and triumphs of a young girl growing up with her beloved horse.

First publish date: 1994