In this coming-of-age story perfect for horse fans, twelve-year-old animal lover Joni clashes with her new neighbor and animal rights activist Chess. Their bumpy friendship reaches a crisis when Chess stages an impulsive animal rescue, and Joni must act fast to save the animals' lives.
Shy Joni loves her family's Vermont sheep farm and her strong-willed horse, Archie. When ebullient Chess moves nearby, Joni is drawn to her big personality. However, Chess's opinions on animal rights, global warming, and responsible farming soon have Joni both questioning and defending her family's farm. But when Chess steals miniature horses from their neighbor to "rescue" them, Joni is challenged to find the courage to stand up to Chess. In this complex tale of bridging differences and finding your own voice, two friends nearly break their friendship before they can begin to rebuild it.
- ISBN10 1629798800
- ISBN13 9781629798806
- Publish Date 10 April 2018
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Astra Publishing House
- Imprint Astra Young Readers
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 200
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9781629798806