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Wonder's Star, a once‑fearsome thoroughbred, is declared “has‑been” by the racing press after a career‑ending injury. Everyone believes the horse will never run again. But Christina Resse refuses to give up hope. She sees a chance for Wonder's Star to heal, to regain his former speed, and to inspire a comeback that will shock the sport and prove that perseverance can revive even the most celebrated athlete.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Karle Dickerson
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