Books like A Summer to Remember (Heartland Special #5) by Lauren Brooke
After her sophomore year at college, Amy receives an urgent request to assist a troubled horse. She travels to the Hamptons to meet the Escobar family, known for their exclusive polo circuits. The family's Argentinean racing pony, Impala, has been giving Alfredo Escobar problems. It falls to Amy to understand and repair the relationship between rider and horse so that Impala and Alfredo can meet the Escobars' demanding standards.
Throughout the story, Amy learns about dedication, trust, and the unique challenges of polo riding, while navigating the ups and downs of horse training.
The novel is set in the picturesque Hamptons and offers a glimpse into the world of competitive horse sports.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lauren Brooke
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