The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop
The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop
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The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop

Written by Clare Balding
Book #1 in the Charlie Bass Series
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232
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May 18, 2017
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‘A heart-warming story with a great girl-power message’ - Jacqueline Wilson Charlie Bass is a horse-mad ten-year-old who dreams of owning her own pony. So when she accidentally manages to buy a racehorse, Charlie is thrilled. The horse she buys, Noble Warrior, looks the part: strong, fit and healthy. There’s just one problem - he won’t gallop. In fact, he won’t even leave his stable without his best friend, a naughty palomino pony called Percy. Charlie is convinced that Noble Warrior has what it takes to be a champion. But can she prove it? Derby Day is fast approaching and only a win can save the family farm from being repossessed. The stakes couldn’t be higher for the Basses. Can Charlie turn her chaotic family into a top training team? Can Noble Warrior overcome his nerves? Will Percy the pony ever stop farting? Find out in this classic, funny animal story, perfect for fans of Dick King-Smith and Gerald Durrell.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780141357911
    Publication Date
    May 18, 2017
    Publisher
    Puffin
    Original Publication Date
    January 1, 2016
    Page Count
    232
    Audience
    Adult

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