Books like Call for courage by Lauraine Snelling
After a landmark victory in the Kentucky Derby, Trish Snelling—series‑famed protagonist—sets her sights on winning the triple crown of thoroughbred racing. The journey that follows intertwines her faith, family challenges, and the high‑stakes world of horse racing, as unexpected setbacks and near tragedies test the strength of her resolve.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Christian Fiction/Contemporary Christian Fiction
Authors: Lauraine Snelling
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