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After Amy hears of the death of her mentor, she is surprised when his granddaughter, Carey, mysteriously invites her to visit. Amy is eager to return to the serene stables, and Ty agrees to go with her. Once they arrive, Amy seeks out Carey and assumes she wants help with her mustang, Maverick. Yet Carey is nowhere to be found, and she seems to be avoiding both her pony and Amy. So Amy immerses herself in barn work. But it isn't the horses who need her help. When she finally takes time to understand her friend's issues, she is forced to see her own future in a whole new way.
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Better Than I Thought.......2005-10-08
This Heartland book had me immediately thinking, oh boy. I did not think I would like this book. Surprisingly I did, because there was a lot of things not out in the open that were underlying in the story. Let's face it: this book IS typical Heartland because it was about Amy helping this family pick up from her last visit in book #9. Carey is a troubled teen that does not feel sure about how to feel after her grandfather Huten dies. But she knows in her heart that she must leave Ocanuba because he gave her his blessing to go see the world. Amy, helping Maverick and through horses, can understand human behavior, which is quite right. Also this book carries the fact that saying you'll leave a person or place you love is one thing, but it takes courage to actually follow through. Brooke deserves a lot of credit here for her thick plots. This book actually kept me turning the pages for hours on end.
AWESOME SERIES, AWESOME BOOK.......2005-04-15
This book wuz my absolute fav. I am soooo glad Amy took Ty 2 Ocanumba. He really changed Maverick. I also luved Every New Day, a Heartland book about when Amy goes 2 Ocanumba by herself. Ocanumba really changed from #9 2 #18. Huten's words really r true. (If u don't know wat i mean, read Every New Day!) I definetly recommend this book. Wat r u waitin for? Run out and buy it!
This book should be called Occanumba, not Heartland!.......2005-04-08
This book is not my favourite in the Heartland series. It is not even really about heartland, the main part of the book is based in Occanumba.
Also, there are hardly any horses in this book, just Maverick (who is only a minor part) and a tiny bit of Spindleberry and Albatross. It is mainly about Carey and her mood swings.
It is also a bit unrealistic, as Amy comes out eith long, involved, emotional speeches that no teenager i know would blab on about! The way she talks is more like a middle aged psychatrist!
I also think that the most recent books have been targeted at a younger audience. At the start of the series i would class them as 'young adult' material, but now they are just for kids who like horses. She is supposed to be going out with Ty but they never seem to kiss much or do anything romantic. In this book he goes to Occanumba with Amy and they don't even get off together once! Even though they are in the forest all alone at one point, with no adults around.
All in all this book is ok, but rather boring. Nothing much happens, i thought Amy might at least have an arguement with Joni when she takes over with Spindleberry, but no, Amy has gone middle-aged and doesn't do anything. I would only recommend buying this book if you are a total heartland fan. Carey is really annoying at the start and the horses hardly feature at all.
I hope the last 2 books in the series are better, because this one was rather pants.
New Beginnings show end of Heartland.......2005-04-05
New Beginnings is book that is a repeat of past heartland books. Since #8 Heartland book (Thicker than Water)the series has lost interest in me. Someone always has an issue, and it becomes solved by Amy. No one else. And the issue is always revoled around a horse. In the end there is some sort of join up, and the story ends happily.
Another issue I have with these books is that they do not grow with the reader, I started reading these books at age 11, now I am 15. There needs to be more drastic events (or at least one) within the characters. There needs to be something more exciting (Mystery, Romance, or Action). Overall New Beginnings is unthrilling, and a repeat of past books. Readers should only read this book if you are young and starting off with chapter books.
What's next with Lauren Brooke.......2005-04-02
Like many of you I am a big fan of this and all Lauren Brooke Heartland books. Sadly the series will end after book #20 which will come out in July. Lauren Brook though will be starting a NEW SERIES called Chestnut Hill. The first book will be called The New Class and will be out in August. I can't wait. It looks to be very interesting and I can't wait to read it.
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A complete guide to giving healthy and productive lives to deserving horses.
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Glad I found this book.......2007-05-13
I learned of this book title and author mentioned on the ASAP horse rescue website, and I'm very glad I did. A lot of careful thought goes into the decision to take on the lifelong commitment of adopting a rescued horse. This book brought up many easy to understand details I may not have considered properly before making a decision. Nothing speaks more clearly than experience. With all of the helpful references, it's a very useful and enjoyable read.
Wow, what a great read!!!.......2007-03-04
I found this book extremely informative and an enjoyable read. The author obviously writes from experience and with a desire to encourage responsible horse ownership. She offers helpful advice for first horse owners and outlines the issues involved when taking on a horse in distress. For those of us with soft hearts and a lack of good sense, when it comes to an animal is trouble, this is a handy and humorous guide that will help us do the most good where it is desprately needed.
Nicely Layed Out .......2007-01-23
This book complies basic information and is layed out well and a good starter book.. One thing I was disappointed is that it didn't really outline how to start up a Horse rescue but then again it didn't state that it did- A overall nice book !
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Thoroughly investigates the reality of horse slaughter in the United States.
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After the finish line: the race to end horse slaughter in america.......2007-05-13
I needed this book to help me write an essay for college. It was a great tool to have along side my work. It is against slaughtering horses on US soil and it is filled with insightfull information and helped me tie all my lose ends up. A graphic read but good.
The Dirty Little Secret Exposed.......2006-09-14
There are many, many nice people in the Thoroughbred industry. But if it solely comes to judging those in influential positions who can make positive change, the handling of the beautiful equine athletes after the finish line has been nothing short of criminal.
Bill Heller exposes the ties that the horse slaughter industry has to racing in this brutally honest and very important book for fans of the sport at any interest level.
And don't think for a second that the slaughterhouses who "process" the meat for foreign consumption become the final vestiges for the runners who are just not good enough, too old or battered to race anymore, or too old or just don't have the pedigree to stay in the breeding shed.
There are runners that have regal bloodlines and/or major stakes victories who plummet through into the sales ring to be sold for pennies on the dollar or sold privately for shipment to the plants; crammed together in double-decker semis, without adequate food and water and oftentimes even more brutally treated during the final hours before a bolt is fired into their heads, hopefully putting the Thoroughbreds quickly out of a misery that may have built up for years.
After the Finish Line is not an easy read. But there is some hope captured in several chapters, with Heller discussing the horse sanctuary and adoption movements, with a listing of organizations throughout North America.
You may not look at the regal days of the Triple Crown or Breeders' Cup Championships the same way after reading the book. It hopefully will get you involved in some way to assist those who have the resources to make a difference before that last race is run.
Show the Love to Horses.......2005-05-12
If you love horses & want to help save them from slaughter this is the manual. Bill Heller tells the truth.
Along with the stories & information about the horrible practice of horse slaughter there are websites listed for every state where you can find horse shelters if you want to adopt a horse or need to find a permanent home for one you love.
I found a shelter in Michigan that I send a little gift to monthly. My first foster horse there was a blind palamino named Billy. His owner put him there before she passed away of a terminal illness. Billy passed away too so now I foster one of his companions. For a city person it's fun to help lovely creature.
There are two reasons to stop horse slaughter besides being kind. One, horse theft has risen because someone can make a profit selling a stolen horse to a slaugher auction. Children wake up to find their beloved pet horse has been stolen. It's too heartbreaking! Two, personally, I believe that horses are being more frequently injured on racetracks because there are not enough of them running. I think they are fatigued by running too often.
HR 503 passed in Congress. If you love horses please contact your senators about saving them from slaughter.
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An action guide for teens on how to volunteer their time and skills for working with the physically and mentally challenged, working with the elderly, tutoring elementary school children, doing fundraisers, restoring cemeteries and cleaning up vacant properties, and other activities. Also a great source for teachers, parents, civic leaders, and others who work with teens.
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This book is the first in a series on the Welfare of Animals, and it is appropriate that it addresses horses, whose welfare in modern management systems are a subject of major concern. Keeping horses is increasingly popular in the Western world and is of major importance in many developing countries. However, the conditions in which horses are kept are very different from the environment of wild horses, which leads to many adverse effects on their welfare and behaviour.
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The book will be of interest to all involved in the equine industry, animal welfare, academics, students and practical horsemen.
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The future of horsemanship.......2005-08-21
This book is a MUST read for everyone who owns an equine, though I doubt many will find it a comfortable read. Bottom line, we humans have been doing grave disservice to equine and it's time to stop and rethink our ways of interacting and keeping these incredible *social* animals. I consider myself a forward-thinking donkey owner, and still found more than a few things to chew on in this book, and will be adjusting my care accordingly.
If you've ever questioned why we keep horses -- herd animals -- in small box stalls alone, this book helps you realize you're not insane even though some horse owners will try to discourage your questions.
With the growing popularity of "natural horsemanship" Kiley-Worthington goes that extra step to true equine welfare. If you truly care about horses, you must read this. But if you only keep horses for your own convenience, I warn you: this book will make you mad. But then, so would I if I encountered you.
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When Samantha Harrigan attends the local rodeo, she doesn't expect to wind up in jail. But that's what happens when she tries to stop a drunkard from abusing his horse. Tucker Coulter, a handsome local veterinarian, comes to her defense, and both of them are arrested. The charges are dropped, but Sam's troubles have only started...
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disappointing read, expected more.......2007-07-17
in buying this book, i thought that i would be getting the same quality of story as with her previous coulter books, namely phantom waltz, blue skies, sweet nothings and bright eyes. but this book fell far below my expectations, it was not funny, heartwrenching or even that interesting.
The story was slow paced and boring. nothing compelled me to finish this book other than the fact that i like to end a story once i start reading it. nothing interesting happened for almost half of the book, except for them getting arrested which was drawn out. all that could have taken up a fraction of the pages to leave room for a more developed storyline where the hero and heroine could interact more, as in her other books, which leads me to my next point.
i found it unbelievable that these two people could fall in love by the end of the book. it seems to just lay the ground work for a relationship that could occur later on. the two main characters seem to fall in love because you expect them to. it did not have the depth of emotion that you come to expect from her characters. to me, it seems that the most emotion shown in this book was her love for her horses. and her 'love' for tucker was pale in comparison, which is quite reasonable considering the short duration in which they actually knew eachother.
the plot was poor and anyone could see who the bad guys were. there was no suspense at all. usually i'm not expecting a deep suspense plot in romances, but the book needed more for that aspect of the plot to be interesting. it's like bad page filler.
this book is not the quality read that many expect from her previous books. it is lacking in romance, humour and deep emotion which is what readers expect in her books.
Not one of my favorites from Anderson, but still pretty good.......2007-06-16
As with every single Catherine Anderson book I've read, this one was excellently written and very engaging. I've not yet read a book of hers that didn't capture me and that I didn't thoroughly enjoy. She's a very vibrant and talented writer in the general romance genre.
Even though I enjoyed Sun Kissed a lot, I'll be honest and say that there was just something missing in it. I'm not quite sure what. The book was a quick read for me; it kept my attention and I couldn't wait to finish it, but it was lacking a certain spark that's existed in most of her other books. I think it had something to do with the balance between the characters & romance, and the plot of the story. Anderson usually has a very nice balance in her books. Sometimes they are more purely character and romance dramas, and other times, they're characters & romance with a mildly suspenseful plot added in. Either way, they're just nicely balanced, but in Sun Kissed, the suspense plot seemed to overwhelm the story.
I wouldn't go so far as to call the book a romantic suspense...it didn't have the frenetic pace of a suspense book, but the storyline of what was happening with Sam's horses was the purveying theme throughout the book. Pretty much every scene related to the horse situation and to me it just seemed to take away something from the book. It kept the characters and the romance from standing out like they do in most of Anderson's books. I would have liked a better balance there. I think it would have given the book more of the poignant sentimentality that you find in her other stories. Most of Anderson's books have been known to suck me in, chew me up and spit me out on the emotional-angst level, but Sun Kissed didn't. The potential was there, but the horse storyline just sucked up all the book's energy.
My only other gripe with the book is one I've had with Anderson before: that she doesn't utilize her past characters and storylines enough. Sun Kissed had guest appearances from a few of the past characters, but most of them were given only passing mentions, and that's just disappointing in such a family oriented series. I wanted more cameos from them and wanted to know more about how they were doing and what's been going on with them. Anderson created such special characters in her past books that they deserve a little more in her latter books.
Overall, it was sill a good/great book. I wasn't really disappointed in it, just found it lacking a bit of the magic I loved in her other stories. But I did like it. Tucker and Sam make a good couple. There wasn't a lot of physicality between them because the plot took up so much time and there was the religion issue, but oh well. I also enjoyed how, as she does in most books, Anderson drops in unexpected humor every so often. Some of the lines just crack me up. So if you're a reader of Anderson's books, especially the Coulter series, you'll probably like Sun Kissed.
Worst I've Read in Years.......2007-04-27
It's been a long time since I've bought a book that I just couldn't finish. "Sun Kissed" is so sickeningly sweet it's not even interesting. If I'd wanted a book on catholic laws and rules, I would have gone to a catholic book store. If all of this had been worked into a decent plot with more substantial characters, it probably would have worked better. However, it felt like Catherine Anderson's real purpose with this book was to convert her readers to the wonders of the catholic church. The plot, characterization and storyline were so insipid, it seemed they were secondary to her religious goal.
Save your money if you are looking for decent fiction.
Looking for a great romance? ... Keep Looking!.......2007-04-17
Catherine Anderson used to be a great author. If you're looking for romance, look to her earlier (early 90's) books.
If you're looking to attend a Catholic mass without leaving your home, then perhaps this book is for you.
If you're looking for romantic fiction, you can find MUCH MUCH better - elsewhere. Keep looking!
This book tells no real story, the characters are dumber than dirt, and there's no "romance" in this badly written tale. It's too bad, because there was such potential.
Bottom line: Learn from my mistake. Don't waste your time with this book.
It was so bad, I won't be reading any further books from CA again, ever.
Not the best CA I have read.......2007-03-23
Not a bad book. Definitely not a wall banger, but absolutely not my favorite Catherine Anderson. I was looking forward to the book about Tucker, but he was so different from the past. He was really a completely different person. And I would put this book in the inspirational category without a doubt. I'm not a Catholic and if I want to read about this subject I don't want it to be in a romance novel unless I know upfront that it is an inspirational novel. There are a few reasons for buying this book. First: you really love horses. Second: you are a devoted Catholic. Third: you love everything CA writes and you would even enjoy her grocery list.
If this is your first CA I would strongly advice you to try the rest of the Coulter/Kendrick series. The other books are so much better. I really loved My Sunshine.
I hope that CA reaches that level again in the books about Samantha's brothers. I will give it a try but maybe, just maybe the next one is also my last one.
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Before Thoroughbred, Ashleigh Griffen lived at Edgardale, her family's farm in Kentucky. Nothing could be more perfect than life on the farm with her family, her favorite horses, and her best friend, Mona. Ashleigh loves helping with the horses--and dreaming of becoming a jockey some day...
Can Ashleigh protect Lighning?
Ashleigh Griffen thinks horses are the most wonderful animals in the world. She can't imagine why anyone would want to hurt a horse. So when Ashleigh discovers Lighning living in a filthy stall on a neighbor's farm, she can't ignore the horse's suffering.
Ashleigh knows Lighning isn't her responsibility. But Ashleigh is sure that Lighning's life is in danger is she stays with her abusive owner. How far will Ashleigh go to save the beautiful horse?
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LOVE IT!!!!.......2006-12-20
This is a great book whether you like horses or not.Ashleigh is the main charature.She has a bay pony name Moe.One day Ashleigh,Moe her friend Mona,and Mona's white pony Silver ride in the forest and find an abused mare they call Lightning.The owner almost KILLS Ashleigh and Mona!Ashleigh tries to save Lightning,but no one will help her.Will Ashleigh and Mona save Lightning?Read the book because i'm not telling you!
Can Ashleigh Rescue Lightning?..........2005-07-01
This is a great book! I own most of the Thoroughbred books and a few Ashleigh books and I think the first four THoroughbred books, A Horse Called Wonder, Wonder's Promise, Wonder's First Race,and Wonder's Victory are the best books there are. They talk about racing (and Wonder) and I like those topics. I also hope to be a jockey some day, which was Ashleigh's goal. These books are great!!!! I also recommend the Thoroughbred series.
Great Book.......2005-04-27
Let me start off by telling you that I am not a horse fanatic! But my grandma and grandpa gave this book to me for my birthday once, and after years and years of allowing it to sit on my shelf and collect dust, I finally decided to give it a chance. This was a detailed book that really pulled me in. I felt like I was right there with Ashleigh, riding through the forest...as a matter of fact, I enjoyed this book so much, that for a while, I WAS a horse fanatic! I recommend this book to horse lovers, as well as none horse lovers! It's a great book that will leave you in anticipation for the next.
Lightning's Last Hope.......2004-07-17
This series is written in a time bubble, which means that all of the things that happened in Ashleigh's Diary (Super Special) wont happen in this series. That also means Ashleigh will never age despite numerous birthdays and new years, and she will never move to Townsend Acres. That being said, I will continue.
Ashleigh and her best friend, Mona Gardener, love horses, and they both love to ride. One day they decide to follow some deer they saw in the woods. Big Mistake! They got lost! After what seemed like hours, they come upon an abandoned junkyard. Only when they go into the barn they discover a pathetic looking horse! Ashleigh acts without thinking and takes the mare to one of the front pastures. But it doesnt look that way to the horse's owner. He accuses Ash of trying to steal his horse and he threatens to call the police. Ashleigh and Mona are scared, especially when the crazed man pulls out a shotgun and shoots it! They continue to go back to give the mare food but when Ashleigh catches the man beating her with a whip because Lightning was too frisky (due to ashleigh and mona tryin to feed her) Asleigh knows that its time to get some realy help. She goes to her parents, who in turn call the police and the humane society. It turns out Kurt Bradley, their only hired help, already called because he followed ashleigh. Kurt took Lightning with him and they arrived at Edgardale shortly after Ashleigh did. Will Ashleigh get to keep Lightning? Find out in the next book, "A Horse For Christmas".
READ IT!!!.......2003-06-18
I just finished reading this book, and I love it. This book is about a girl named Ashleigh who lives on a thoroughbred farm in Kentucky. When she is on a trail ride with her best friend, Mona, they find an abused mare living in a filthy stall. Ashleigh names the mare Lightning and tries to save her. But when the owner sees them he threatens to shoot them or call the police! Will Ashleigh save Lighting or will the mare keep on suffering? Read the book to find out!
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broken horse.......2006-01-20
While hiking and taking nature photos for a school project, Lisa
stumbles across a badly abused horse in a paddock. She, Carole and Stevie call the local animal rescue league who impounds the mare. As the mare dislikes men, Lisa assumes most of the care for her. This is a very poignant tale, and I won't give away the ending.
A beautiful story. .......2005-04-09
This is the most beautiful Saddle Club book yet. It shows how important love is naturally, as ALOT of books do, but it also shows how important it is to be willing and brave to let yourself love totaly. Lisa risked alot of saddness if Eve would have died, but it wasn't until she named Eve and let herself be vulnerable to the saddness of losing her that Eve started to realize Lisa cared and look forward to life.
The part with the brush was my favorite, like one reader said before. It was the first time Eve showed any sign of wanting to live.
I know Lisa loves Prancer, but Eve and her seem like such a perfect match.
Hello!This is a great book!.......2000-03-07
This was an excellent book!The story was very heart felt but not as much realistic and correct like most of Bonnie Bryant's Saddle Club books. But overall this was a great story to sit down and read.In my opinion,the problems that Stevie,Lisa,and Carole have are very rare but can put you in a good mood somehow. BUY THIS BOOK! IT'S WORTH IT!
Great Book.......1999-11-26
I thought this book was really heart warming. It really showed determination and love for a horse. I think Broken Horse is one of the best books in series.
Hi!!!!.......1999-05-30
Hi!!! We're the Stirrup Stars. We love this book because it shows that if you just believe and do your best, you can reach your goal. Lisa took wonderful care of Eve. Also, it was full of suspense that made you want to keep on reading and never stop! Please, read this book!!! It's a great example of a horse/rider bond.
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An extraordinary look at an Indian orphanage in the 50's........1999-11-09
As wards of the state of Oklahoma, Linda Lakoe (Okee-Chee) and her sister Jackie arrive at the predominately indian Murrow orphanage. As Apaches, they are met with suspicion, fear, and aggression from the other children. Linda struggles to become respected by the others, while Jackie, the younger of the two focuses on finding the adoptive family she has never known.
The book depicts their year together at the orphanage, and the challenges that they endure as orphans, and as sisters with different goals. Linda finds comfort and meaning as an aspiring artist, while her younger sister can only find such comfort with the prospect of having a mother.
This is one of the most tear-jerking, thought provoking books I have read in recent years. It depicts a journey of self realization and discovery. Linda's self discovery, brought on by her prospective adoptive mother, is thrilling and uplifting - provoking anyone who reads it to believe that no matter what, there is always a mother figure in life who can make right, teach, nurture and provide a basis to understand one's own culture.
The entire book consists of chapters that begin with dream like narrations - An excellent method of recalling what should be, and probably are shady memories of a past that is understandably blurry.
Still, this is one of the best books I've read so far... I would highly recommend it to anyone - especially those who have interest in learning about native american identity in the 20th century.
Brings back the insighful imagination of a child...........1999-11-07
This book helped bring back my inner child and rediscover the relationship I had with the earth as a child. Remarkable insight was present in the author when she described her past.
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