Books like Disaster on Windy Hill by Lois Walfrid Johnson
In the juvenile Christian-genre tale, Kate acquires Windsong and Breeza, both horses shrouded in mysterious histories. A determined attacker sets fire to the Nordstrom barn, and Windsong disappears, prompting a young protagonist to investigate the hidden clues.
The story weaves themes of faith, mystery, and the bond between humans and horses, set within the Swedish-American community.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Lois Walfrid Johnson
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