Blackjack

Blackjack, the first in the Morgan Horse series, introduces the character of Heather Richardson. A young horse-lover, Heather has been haunted by dreams of a very special Morgan Horse. She soon learns that the horse really exists and is thrilled when she is asked to care for him. With the help of Blackjack's owner, Heather learns to ride and show the horse and the two quickly form a very special bond. When tragedy strikes and Blackjack falls into the hands of an abusive trainer, Heather must find a way to rescue her horse before it is too late...
 
Winner of the national book award, "Children's Choices" co-sponsored by The International Reading Association and The Children's Book Council! A total of 10,000 children from around the country voted on their favorite books and those receiving the most "great" votes are selected for this prestigious award.
 
 
Soft-cover, 235 pages, 6 gray-scale drawings