About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels stifled by rigid expectations or is struggling to find their own identity within a complex family history. It is an ideal choice for the child who seeks a sense of agency but feels physically or emotionally restricted by their current environment. Maya has spent her life under the thumb of an overprotective grandmother who enforces strict rules to erase Maya's connection to her free-spirited mother. When a family crisis sends Maya to a remote Wyoming ranch, she must trade her white gloves for riding boots. The story explores themes of self-reliance, the healing power of nature, and the courage required to claim one's own path. It is a sophisticated middle-grade novel that handles grief and independence with deep empathy, making it a beautiful bridge for readers transitioning into more complex emotional narratives.
