About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a situation where they feel powerless against adult decisions or when a beloved community space is under threat. It is a perfect choice for the animal lover who enjoys a mix of magical realism and sharp, snarky humor. The story follows Pia, a girl who can hear horse's thoughts, as she rallies her friends to save a local stable from a greedy developer after the owner falls ill. At its heart, this is a story about agency and grassroots activism for the middle-grade set. While it touches on the stress of a family friend's hospitalization, the tone remains energetic and funny, thanks to Pia's sarcastic pony, Drummer. It provides an excellent template for how children can use teamwork and creative problem-solving to protect the things they love. Parents will appreciate the way it models standing up for one's values even when the odds seem stacked against them.
