Shelby and the First Ride: An Old Quarry Lake Farms Tale. The perfect gift for girls age 8-12. (The Old Quarry Lake Farms Tales Book 1) - Softcover

Jones, Marty Kay

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1953714765 ISBN 13: 9781953714763

Publisher: Natalia Stepanova, 2023

Synopsis

Shelby Simone has dreamed about horses for as long as she can remember. The only problem is that she lives in the city, where horses exist only in books, movies, and her imagination.

When Shelby's parents announce they're moving to a small rural town, she's heartbroken about leaving her friends behind. But there's one exciting surprise waiting for her: horseback riding lessons at Old Quarry Lake Farms, one of the state's best riding stables.

As Shelby begins riding for the first time, she quickly discovers that horses are very different from what she imagined. Between learning new skills, making new friends, and adjusting to a completely different life, Shelby wonders if moving was really the fresh start she'd hoped for.

Join Shelby, Katherine, Rose, and the riders of Old Quarry Lake Farms as they discover that friendship, courage, and kindness can make even the biggest changes feel a little less scary.

Perfect for readers ages 8-12 who enjoy:

• horse stories and horseback riding

• realistic middle grade fiction

• friendship and coming-of-age stories

• moving to a new home and starting a new school

• stories about confidence, kindness, and belonging

Filled with relatable characters, gentle life lessons, and authentic horse experiences, this heartwarming adventure is the perfect introduction to the Old Quarry Lake Farms Tales series. Book 1 in the Old Quarry Lake Farms Tales series.

Edition details

• Publisher: Natalia Stepanova
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1953714765
• ISBN 13: 9781953714763
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 54