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Heartland, a horse farm tucked in the hills of Virginia, is renowned for turning wounded, abandoned horses into confident, spirited companions. Its regimens blend training, patience, and care to mend both bodies and spirits.
Amy’s relationship with Spartan, a powerful gelding injured during a stormy night that left both animal and rider scarred, is at its most fragile. Spartan’s anger and distrust toward Amy threaten his recovery and test the limits of the farm’s healing philosophy.
Now, as Spartan arrives at Heartland again, Amy faces the dual challenge of regaining trust with him while confronting her own emotional wounds. Their intertwined journey toward healing underscores the transformative power of perseverance, empathy, and the sanctity of human‑horse bonds.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lauren Brooke
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