Description
Book SynopsisCaptain, Ladybird and Herbert - two Shire horses and a Suffolk Punch - are not pleased when Jenny, a retired seaside donkey, arrives at the Old Horses'' Home. It''s supposed to be a home for horses, and they don''t want to share their field with a common little donkey.
Then rustlers are spotted in the area: thieves who like nothing better than to steal horses and ship them abroad - to be made into horse pie! Can Jenny and her friends save the huge heavy horses?
Trade ReviewAn endearing animal story . . . Language is well used in this book, which is accessible without ever condescending to the new reader * Mail on Sunday *
The story has everything to delight readers in the 5-9 age range. The large print is clear and inviting, the illustrations plentiful and sympathetic and there is a happy ending. Perfect for bedtime reading * Junior Bookshelf *
A well-written, warmly sensitive and entertaining tale with a lovely ending. Destined to become a firm favourite * Books for Keeps *
