About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels like an outsider because of their family's income or social status. It is a powerful choice for the child who is working twice as hard as their peers but feels they are still falling behind because of factors outside their control. Sid is a fourteen year old girl with a natural gift for riding horses, but she lacks the expensive equipment and pedigree of her wealthy competitors. With the help of her uncle, she fights for a spot in the elite world of show jumping. The story explores themes of class grit, professional jealousy, and the raw determination required to break into exclusive circles. It is a realistic, grounded look at the intersection of talent and privilege that will resonate with any teen navigating social hierarchies.
