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  • Chosen by a Horse

  • How a Broken Horse Fixed a Broken Heart
  • By: Susan Richards
  • Narrated by: Lorna Raver
  • Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,438 ratings)

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Chosen by a Horse

By: Susan Richards
Narrated by: Lorna Raver
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Publisher's summary

The horse Susan Richards chose for rescue wouldn't be corralled into her waiting trailer. Instead, Lay Me Down, a former racehorse with a foal close on her heels, walked right up that ramp and into Susan's life. This gentle creature, malnourished, plagued by pneumonia and an eye infection, had endured a rough road, but somehow her heart was still open and generous. It seemed fated that she would come into Susan's paddock and teach her how to embrace the joys of life despite the dangers of living.
©2006 Susan Richards (P)2007 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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"This is a bracing and likable book, highly recommended for backyard horsewomen and their admirers." ( Publishers Weekly)

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Touching and insightful

I don't cry easily, but I got weepy eyed for this book. I can't say it is totally sad, but it has moments. I loved it, and I didn't know I would. As often as I would get frustrated with the author, I would be totally disarmed by her more. This is excellent.

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Loved this book !

I consider myself to be a tough cookie - except when I read a compelling story about a horse or a dog, or other animal. Then I have to reach for the Kleenex. This was such a heartwarming and heartbreaking story.

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Moving Memoir

I’m looking forward to reading or hearing more from Susan Richards.
Lorna was a wonderful narrator.

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Love-hate story

I love rescue stories, but I was so sad she didn’t fight for the foal!

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Outstanding!

Incredible touching story and a GREAT narrator who really makes you feel the story!

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Grab your tissues

Such a beautiful story for any horse lover. The horses came to life with this beautiful book. I also loved the author's sense of humor.

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A great story...

Loved the writing, the humor and detail were perfect and really created wonderful images for the listener/reader. However, the narrator's voice was pretty "over-the-top" theatrical, in my opinion. Richards' writing voice is so honest and straightforward, it did not seem a good match with the narrator's.

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heartwarming

Being an animal lover I enjoyed this book. A great example of the healing powers of unconditional love.

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A Must For Any Animal Lover

For anyone who loves animals whatever kind it is this book is a must. A tender loving story.

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All I can say is, what a wonderful book

Beautifully written, engaging, thought-provoking. Susan Richards wrote about how difficult it was to get her writing published, which seems so odd because her writing is both lovely and powerful. And her story is interesting and meaningful even if the person reading it knows or cares little about horses. The memoir addresses many other areas. I think Lorna Raver's narration adds a great deal to the listening experience. She seems perfect for this story. Just a great book.

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