About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like an outsider within their own family, especially if they are a sensitive or intellectual soul surrounded by more adventurous or athletic personalities. It is a perfect choice for navigating the often awkward bridge between a child and an older male relative where common ground seems non-existent. The story follows Charles, a quiet and bookish boy, who is sent to stay with his Uncle Coot, a rugged former movie stuntman. Their personality clash is immediate and sharp, but their relationship is transformed when a mare on the ranch gives birth to a colt with wings. This touch of magical realism serves as a profound catalyst for empathy, forcing two very different people to work together to protect a creature that, like them, does not quite fit the mold of the world around it. Suitable for ages 8 to 12, it is a thoughtful exploration of how shared wonder can heal emotional distance.
