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The book is described as fun and original, offering a unique reading experience that captivates its audience. It comes highly recommended by the Midwest Book Review, suggesting that it stands out in its genre and is likely to appeal to a wide range of readers. The positive endorsement indicates that the content is engaging and well-crafted, making it a worthwhile addition to any bookshelf.

Nominated for a prestigious Red Cedar Award, this book captivates readers with its engaging narrative and relatable characters. It explores themes of friendship, resilience, and self-discovery, appealing to young audiences. The storyline weaves together humor and heartfelt moments, making it a compelling read that encourages reflection on personal growth and the importance of community. With its vibrant writing style and relatable situations, it promises to resonate with both children and adults alike.

"Eugenia Grimm is a tough girl living in a tough town at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. She drinks and fights and pushes against expectations. She is also hurting. After her father died by suicide on her eighth birthday, her older brothers drifted away and her mother up and left when she turned 14, Eugenia has not made the best choices. After a last-straw violent incident and faced with the possibility of incarceration, she is sentenced to time at an Intensive Support and Supervision Program located at a remote mountain ranch. There, she begins to make connections, explore difficult truths, and might even turn things around--until a series of events pull her into a dark spiral she may not have the strength to resist."--

Sarah bekommt von ihren Eltern ein ganz besonderes Geschenk: Es hat vier Beine, sanfte braune Augen … und das Pferd gehört Sarah ganz alleine!Sie ist hin und weg, aber schon bald gibt es Ärger in der Reitschule. Während Sarah mit ihrem Pferd einfach nur Spaß haben will, erwarten Reitlehrer und Eltern von ihr, dass sie die Sache ernster nimmt und auch an Wettbewerben teilnimmt. Wird Sarah es schaffen, den Erwachsenen zu zeigen, wie falsch diese doch liegen … oder sollte sie selbst einige Dinge überdenken?

Sammy se v novém městě, kam se s rodiči přestěhovali, vůbec nelíbí. Stýská se jí po starých kamarádech. Těší ji na tom všem jediné – že jako odškodné dostala krásného painta jménem Winston! Dokáže být sice občas trochu svéhlavý, ale je moc milý a chytrý! Sammy se rozhodne začít s ním trénovat na soutěž v reiningu, jenže se na ni začne všechno valit: tréninky jsou náročné, zkušenější spolužačka z jízdárny tvrdí, že Winston není na soutěžení dost dobrý, a navíc se na Sammy rozzlobí i její jediná nová kamarádka. Povede se malé Sammy nakonec všem dokázat, že oni dva s Winstonem za něco stojí?

The narrative explores themes of freedom and resilience through the lens of parkour, a movement philosophy that emphasizes overcoming obstacles. Nikki grapples with grief and anger following her parents' death, feeling trapped by her brother's self-destructive behavior. To break free from her emotional turmoil and save her brother, she confronts a dangerous criminal, pushing her physical and mental limits. The story highlights the struggle for liberation amidst personal and familial chaos, weaving in the philosophy of parkour as a metaphor for overcoming life's challenges.