Mickey and the Plow Horse

De: Edward A. Dreyfus Ph.D.

Narrado por: Leonor A. Woodworth

Mickey is a 12-year old, asthmatic boy who spends his time with his iPad, iPod, and tons of video games. He does not participate in the rough and tumble activities of boys his age including sports and considers himself a nerd. That does not stop his parents from sending him to camp for the summer. While there, he meets Jackson, a beaten down plow horse that seems to need Mickey's friendship as much as Mickey needs his. The moment Mickey touches Jackson, something magical happens; he discovers that he and the plow horse share a gift that will change their lives forever.

The author, a psychologist, believes that within each child lies a thoroughbred needing to be nurtured, loved, and seen. When this happens, they are transformed, as if by magic, and set free to follow their dreams and fulfill their potential. Like many people, Mickey defined himself by his handicap. Through his relationship with Jackson, and two friends he meets at camp, Samantha and Brian, he finds the courage and develops the confidence to see himself through their eyes. These relationships transform him. The book is dedicated to all people, young and old, who live their lives feeling separated from others, misfits in their own life, doing their job each day the same as the day before, seldom experiencing a sense of passion and the freedom to be fully themselves.

©2014 Edward A. Dreyfus (P)2016 Edward A. Dreyfus

Very good kids book

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Maybe to one that had a child who was struggling to find themselves as likeable.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Mickey and the Plow Horse?

I loved the Race!

Have you listened to any of Leonor A. Woodworth’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

i have not, but it was a good job

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I cried near the end at the race as well as laughed at the whole pig pen incident

Any additional comments?

"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast."

I really liked it

You can figure out a major plot point of this audiobook from the cover.

I loved this book. I've always liked horses, and i'm an introverted misfit. Also, if you can accept the cover, that's the biggest thing that needs to be accepted. The characters are good. One small spoiler -- it's not a tragedy. There is also a summer camp and a state fair.

Lots of good info for horses, good life lessons. Many times, I've seen people use a minor ailment as an excuse to give up. Mickey starts out like that, but eventually does do a bit of exercise.

Highly recommended.

such a sweet heart warming book.

This book was good. Its not what I normally tend to listen to. I am more of a Horror, Thriller kind of girl. But, I love horses, and had to give it a try. I am really glad I did. it was such a sweet story. Something you can listen to your family with.
Its about a sweet little boy who is a loner, and his parents ship him off to summer camp, to hopefully let him make a few friends.
He not only makes a few friends, But he meets Jackson. the horse. they bound right away. I will not say more because I do not want to spoil it, but its very worth the listen.


I was gratefully provided this audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator for an unbiased review..

Mickey and the Plow Horse

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Mickey and the Plow Horse by Edward A Dreyfus is a book I will be recommending for our MG library. The story is about Mickey a 12 year old asthmatic boy who lives for his technology. He has few friends and isn't able to play sports so he feels like an outsider. Life changes begin to happen when his parents send him to summer camp on a working farm.

I know several kids and adults that will enjoy the story and the hidden layers in the story.



The narration was well done.The characters were well portrayed. Leonor A. Woodworth brought this book to life for me.

A Great Moving Heart Warming Story for All Ages

Would you consider the audio edition of Mickey and the Plow Horse to be better than the print version?

I have only heard the audio version but based on that alone I am now considering buying the print or electronic version of the story as well as any other work by this author.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the whole story honestly. The best part was that when an outsider was shown love and compassion they were able to rise above what there perceived station in life was and go far beyond they limits.

Which scene was your favorite?

The race on the last day of camp.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Share special bond between a boy and and a broke down plow horse

Any additional comments?

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