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katykelly's review against another edition
4.0
Straightforward narrative, animal theme, about finding your vocation and passion.
Bonny is working towards her and her parents' dreams of championship cycling when she becomes intrigued by the horses that she rides past each day. Learning that their owner is a sculptor, she is thrilled to be offered a job, and is soon part of the process of assisting in the creation of art involving the animals.
A story about finding your calling, it's a short read that encompasses Morpurgo's usual calling cards of winsome animals, emotional trauma and warming resolution. His writing style remains straightforward and earnest, there are some lovely colour and pencil drawings (particularly those of the horses), and the whole is a great length for primary school readers.
Another short story from Morpurgo that animal lovers will take to, and has the added bonus of an art focus, which teachers might be able to make good use of, if reading this to a class.
For ages 8-12.
With thanks to Walker Books for providing a sample reading copy.
Bonny is working towards her and her parents' dreams of championship cycling when she becomes intrigued by the horses that she rides past each day. Learning that their owner is a sculptor, she is thrilled to be offered a job, and is soon part of the process of assisting in the creation of art involving the animals.
A story about finding your calling, it's a short read that encompasses Morpurgo's usual calling cards of winsome animals, emotional trauma and warming resolution. His writing style remains straightforward and earnest, there are some lovely colour and pencil drawings (particularly those of the horses), and the whole is a great length for primary school readers.
Another short story from Morpurgo that animal lovers will take to, and has the added bonus of an art focus, which teachers might be able to make good use of, if reading this to a class.
For ages 8-12.
With thanks to Walker Books for providing a sample reading copy.
hannahjoy91's review against another edition
3.0
I love how Morpurgo's writing draws you into a story!
twiinklex's review against another edition
3.0
This illustrated children's book follows 12-year-old Bonny, whose family lives and breathes cycling. Bonny has always dreamed of being an Olympic cyclist but finds her path irrevocably altered when out on a ride one day...
I loved the friendship between Bonny and Lizzie as well as Bonny's bond with Peg. The story is set in the idyllic English countryside, which made for an enjoyable escape. It's a quick read which suits the book's intended audience, but I was left wanting more.
Nevertheless, it's a meaningful story with plenty of lessons to glean from, such as how life sometimes brings us on a different course from what we'd imagined... A charming read indeed!
I loved the friendship between Bonny and Lizzie as well as Bonny's bond with Peg. The story is set in the idyllic English countryside, which made for an enjoyable escape. It's a quick read which suits the book's intended audience, but I was left wanting more.
Nevertheless, it's a meaningful story with plenty of lessons to glean from, such as how life sometimes brings us on a different course from what we'd imagined... A charming read indeed!
sprinkledwithwords's review against another edition
5.0
I was attempted to deduct a star for the awful title, but ultimately this is one of the most beautiful little books I have ever read. The illustrations brought to life a rather simple story. I had to choke back a little sob.
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