Horse

by Geraldine Brooks

First published 2022

Sixteen-year-old Theo rescues a magnificent horse from the chaos of World War II. As they forge an unbreakable bond, the horse's mysterious origins begin to unfold, revealing a story of love, betrayal, and the grueling hardships of war. Theo must risk everything to uncover the truth and protect the horse from those who would use it for their own gain. In the end, their journey teaches them the power of loyalty, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human-animal connection.

Genres: animals, historical-fiction, 20th-century, war, adventure, 21st-century

Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, intimate, suspenseful

Tropes: animal-companion, found-family

Period: World War II

576 pages · Paperback · Random House Large Print

Content warnings: war

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