SAMPHIRE SONG
When fourteen-year-old Jodie buys a wild horse at auction, she has no idea what she is taking on. Something has drawn her to Samphire – there’s an instant bond between them. She recognises he’s a damaged horse who needs time to mend. Jodie understands all about pain, having lost her dad two years before. Slowly, she gains Samphire’s trust and he starts to show the promise of being an outstanding eventer. And Jodie begins to blossom with a new confidence. But when her younger brother Ed becomes very ill and needs an operation, Jodie is faced with the biggest decision of her life. In order to help her mum and brother, she must let Samphire go. She makes him a promise – as soon as she can, she will find him and bring him home. It’s a promise that leads her into danger. But somewhere, Samphire is calling to her. She senses his life is at risk and there’s not much time. She must rescue him, whatever the cost.
Published by Egmont, July 2011
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REVIEWS
‘The Black Beauty for our generation. An incredibly uplifting novel and undoubtedly the most touching story I have ever read. I highly recommend this book’ Amazon Review
‘A powerful, uplifting story about a girl and her spirited horse, fighting against the odds’ that will appeal to horse lovers and anyone looking for a great read! Beautiful writing turns this uplifting powerful drama for children into something quite above the ordinary - suitable for 10 years and over’ Primary Times
'A warm-hearted story that captures how a girl’s love for a beautiful, proud but troubled horse helps her to manage her own sadness after the death of her father.' Lovereading4kids.co.uk
'It's beautifully written and the characters will live long in the mind.' The Guardian