Ultimate Risk
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2000 · Est. 4.5 hour read

Ultimate Risk

Written by Joanna Campbell

Book #40 in the Thoroughbred series

A jockey must choose between loyalty and ambition in a high-stakes race.

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176 pages· 32,364 words· Est. 4.5 hour read· ~840L
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Bookroo's summary

Christine Reese, a passionate jockey, faces a thrilling challenge when asked to ride a difficult horse for a top Kentucky trainer. But the race pits her against her own beloved horse, Wonder's Star. As she grapples with ambition and loyalty, Christine must decide if the risk is worth it. Will she prove herself or lose what she holds dear? Dive into the world of Thoroughbred racing and discover the powerful bond between a determined girl and her special colt. Adventure and tough choices await at Winterbrook Farm.

From the publisher

Don’t miss the exciting adventures of a new generation of Thoroughbred horses and riders at Winterbrook Farm! A great opportunity…Now that Christine Reese and her cousin Melanie Graham are jockeys, they want to ride as many horses for as many trainers as they possibly can. When Christine is asked to ride a difficult horse for one of the best known trainers in Kentucky, she leaps at the chance to prove herself. But she’ll have to race against her own horse–Wonder’s Star. Is it worth the risk? Read Thoroughbred and experience the powerful bond between a determined girl and a very special colt. If you love horses, then you’ll love these books!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
176
Words
32,364
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
~840L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.4
F&P level
~T
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
41163
Publication
Published
April 5, 2000
First published
April 1, 2000
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780061066344

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