Chapter Book · 2016

The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop

By Clare Balding

Book #1 in the Charlie Bass series

A girl buys a racehorse that won't run. Can she save her family farm by Derby Day?

4.1/5 Goodreads · 430 ratings

232 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Ten-year-old Charlie Bass dreams of owning a pony, but ends up with a racehorse, Noble Warrior, who refuses to gallop. With Derby Day looming, only a win can save her family's farm. Can Charlie transform her chaotic family into a winning team and help Noble Warrior overcome his fears? And what about his mischievous friend, Percy the pony? Join Charlie on this heartwarming adventure filled with challenges, laughter, and the quest for victory.

From the publisher

‘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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