Books like The Horse Dancer by Jojo Moyes
When a fourteen‑year‑old’s world falls apart, her horse becomes the only steady presence in her life. Set in London, the novel explores family relationships, horsemanship, and the struggles faced by young people and their grandparents.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Jojo Moyes
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