Reviews

Horse Girls: Recovering, Aspiring, and Devoted Riders Redefine the Iconic Bond by Halimah Marcus

jen_jacob's review

3.0

It wasn’t everything I dreamed it would be and there were a few of the short stories that ended so abruptly that I wanted to know the rest of the story. What I did love about it was the diversity of horse girls, turned women. In an industry/hobby that is predominantly white, to read these stories was refreshing.

swbowers's review against another edition

emotional inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

4.0

sophiewoz's review

4.25

finishing this book like oh my god should i go ride horses again??

globetrotta's review

emotional inspiring fast-paced

3.75

journeyrooted's review against another edition

4.0

Diverse and deeply thoughtful selection of authors. A lovely and unique collection of insights on the relationship between women and horses in the world today.

ipomoea's review

4.0

A collection of essays about horses, horse girls, the horse and horse girl culture, and riding. Made me want to get on a horse again even though I know I'd be unable to walk the next day.

themadmadmadeline's review

2.0

I feel like there were several stories in here written by people who don’t actually know anything about horses, and as a certified horse girl, this bothered me.

Two of the stories are FANTASTIC, two to three were interesting and decent, and the rest were nothing to write home about. Honestly, kind of disappointing.

jlbooks's review

4.0

This is a lovely book! It is a perfect read for horse lovers. The bond you have with a horse really is hard to put into words, and it is such a beautiful gift to have. My horse has helped me through stages of grief and healed my heart. I appreciate that this book isn’t your typical horse book. I really enjoyed this collection of essays as it explores beyond the cliche notion of what and who a horse girl is.

tmleblanc's review

4.0

I grew up loving horses like many girls. However, I didn't get the opportunity to experience them beyond the rare trail ride I convinced family members to take while on vacation. In 2007, I started taking lessons. I wanted to be competent on a horse and around horses. I will admit, since I didn't grow up with horses, I haven't felt completely comfortable around other horse people. These essays made me feel seen. It's not about knowing the most about horses or winning all the ribbons, but understanding what horses mean to you, how they make you feel, their place in our lives and our history. Each of the essays touches on one or more of these points. Every essay was accessible and made me feel a part of the large horse community.

I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

elliejeanxoxo's review

adventurous emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing sad fast-paced

4.0

I liked it. Better to read one essay at a time rather than all in a row tho. Characters loveable