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Amy’s world turns upside down when she takes on the responsibility of running Heartland, the horse refuge her mother has dedicated her life to. Her steadfast friendship with 17‑year‑old stable hand Ty is tested with the arrival of new recruit Ben, challenging Amy to navigate trust, responsibility, and the delicate balance of the sanctuary she has been entrusted to protect.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lauren Brooke
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