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Mickey and the Plow Horse
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Publisher's Summary
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.
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- Terminator Fan
- 11-17-16
Eh ... it's okay; not very attention-getting
Note: In exchange for an unbiased review, the author, publisher, and/or narrator were kind enough to provide an audio version of this book at no charge via AudiobookBoom.
Honestly, I think the brief author's note at the end was more impactful than the whole story. This wasn't very well written or attention-getting. Perhaps very young audiences - like maybe younger than 10 would find this enthralling or interesting, but it's not up to par with many young adult books I've listened to in the past. Also, I find it more than a little hard to believe that the adults at the camp would have successfully been able to enter this child in a dangerous horse race without the permission of his parents. The narrator was alright, but not really that great overall. Maybe it was just the material he was working with. :/
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- TinkerMel
- 09-29-16
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..
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- Julie C. Gilbert
- 08-06-22
3.5 of 5 stars
Mickey and the Plow Horse by Edward A. Dreyfus PhD.
Narrated by Leonor A. Woodworth
Genre: children’s, middle grade camp adventure, feel good
*Spoilers possible in discussion
Summary:
Mickey doesn’t want to go to camp until he gets there. He believes his asthma holds him back from doing any kind of physical activity.
Additional Comments:
• Not sure why the author’s mentioned in the blurb. The blurb sounds like the end note on the audio.
• I get that asthma was a central hindrance to the main character here, but to say it was belabored as a point is a massive understatement.
• If you do 0 thinking about the many, many things wrong in the book, it’s a sweet, diamond-in-the-rough finds his way sort of story.
• Bullies – stereotyped.
• Friends – fine. Nice balance, one female bestie, one male bestie.
• Paranormal aspect – fine for a kids’ story.
• Story 2.5 of 5 stars: The camp itself is improbable. I’m not saying it couldn’t happen, but I don’t think I’ve ever heard of a summer camp that gives the kids that much freedom to do whatever they want whenever they want. Usually, there’s more structure.
• More improbability: I don’t think 6 weeks is enough time to go from never-rode a horse to entering a big-time race, but that’s just a gut thing.
I don’t know much about the racing world. I Googled it, of course. Arguably not the best source of information, but the general consensus is that a jockey apprenticeship takes 4-6 years to complete, and you can’t start until you’re 16. Mickey is early teens at best.
• So, the horse expert at this camp/ farm endeavor didn’t recognize Jackson as a Thoroughbred? Seems odd.
• The secrecy thing seemed dumb. Why keep that from his parents, even if they legally could? Chess, yes. Horse racing, nope. If anything bad happened, they’d get the heck sued out of them.
• End Message: Is about as subtle as a cow standing up and dancing in a tutu. Fret not, it’s in the blurb and at the end, just in case you missed it when it was shoved in your ears for the last half hour of the book.
• Message itself – You are all horses. (Translation: There are hidden talents in everybody, and they should believe in themselves and become that thoroughbred horse, not a plow horse.)
• Performance 4 of 5 stars: I’m a fan of the narrator. She tends to pick nice clean reads.
Conclusion: 3.5 of 5 Stars
If you can overlook the heavy-handed messaging, it’s a cute kid story.
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- Ed Pegg Jr
- 07-24-20
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.
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- Jennifer Mulder
- 10-11-16
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."
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- Joe
- 10-02-16
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?
“This audio book was given by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom.”
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- April H.
- 09-28-16
Mickey and the Plow Horse
“This audiobook was given by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom.”
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.
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- Kindle Customer
- 10-14-16
A Sweet Children's Story
A sweet tale for children about a friendless boy finding his worth and friendship at a summer camp.
The story is full of small and useful lessons about how to get on with others and believe in yourself. To my adult's ear it seemed rather unsubtle at times but of course this is a book for children not adults.
It's been written to help children understand they have worth and everyone has potential and I think that's a noble aim and I think it could work.
I'm not entirely sure what age it is aimed at but I would think perhaps around 9 to 11? Nothing very dark or gritty happens it's a fairly gentle and happy tale and useful especially for children with self-esteem issues. There is one incident of fairly mild swearing (a child says they are p*ssed off).
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Jules Thornton didn't come to Ocala to make friends. She came to make a name for herself. Young, determined, and tough as nails, she's been swapping stable-work for saddle-time since she was a little kid - and it hasn't always been a fun ride. Forever the struggling rider in a sport for the wealthy, all Jules has on her side is talent and ambition. She's certain all she needs to succeed are good horses, but will the eventing world agree? On her own at last, Jules is positive she's poised to become eventing's newest star, but soon finds she's making more enemies than friends.
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Took me awhile to like Jules.
- By Empathy on 07-07-19
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Elina
- Blaze of Glory Companion Books, Book 1
- By: M. Garzon
- Narrated by: Heather S. Auden
- Length: 4 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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A decade ago, Elina's life was derailed by a smooth-talking charmer. Since then, she's toiled endlessly to create a better life for her children, putting thoughts of romantic love aside. But when handsome, intimidating Declan wins her over with his timely help and old-fashioned notions of love, Elina has a decision to make. How can Elina find happiness when her heart is pulling her one way and her children's futures are pulling in another?
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Sexy cowboy, yes please!
- By Claire on 08-15-18
By: M. Garzon
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Rush Revere and the First Patriots
- Time-Travel Adventures with Exceptional Americans
- By: Rush Limbaugh
- Narrated by: Rush Limbaugh
- Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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Nationally syndicated radio talk-show host Rush Limbaugh has long wanted to make American history come to life for the children of his listeners. In Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims, he created the character of a fearless middle-school history teacher named Rush Revere, who travels back in time and experiences American history as it happens, in adventures with exceptional Americans. In this second book in the series, Rush Revere is transported back to the people and events leading up to the American Revolution.
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Over the top!
- By Deborah Gunnlaugsson on 04-14-14
By: Rush Limbaugh
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Carson Hill Ranch - Books 1-3
- Contemporary Cowboy Romance
- By: Amelia Rose
- Narrated by: Valerie Gilbert
- Length: 11 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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With lives torn by troubles and hardship, three women set out to find new beginnings for themselves. Yet by chance, their fortunes all lead to the same place, and they arrive at Carson Hill Ranch. Run by a man and his six sons, suddenly the heroines find their hands full with brand-new troubles - and the three eldest Carson brothers. They may have set out only searching for new beginnings, but these heroines will soon find that destiny has a little more in store for them.
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Carson Hill Ranch Books 1-3
- By Cathy Reams on 02-20-22
By: Amelia Rose
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The Georges and the Jewels
- Horses of Oak Valley Ranch, Book 1
- By: Jane Smiley
- Narrated by: Angela Goethals
- Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Abby Lovitt has been riding horses for as long as she can remember, but Daddy hasn't let her name a single one. He calls all their geldings George and their mares Jewel and warns her not to get attached. The horses are there on the ranch to be sold, plain and simple. But with all the stress at school (the Big Four - Linda, Mary A., Mary N., Joan - have turned against her) and home (nothing feels right with her brother, Danny, gone), Abby can't help but seek comfort in the Georges and the Jewels, who greet her every day with soft nickers.
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Thoroughly enjoyed it
- By C Bismuth on 05-21-17
By: Jane Smiley
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Silent Harmony
- A Vivienne Taylor Horse Lover's Mystery (Fairmont Riding Academy, Book 1)
- By: Michel de Montaigne
- Narrated by: Amy McFadden
- Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Small town 17-year-old Vivienne Taylor is a talented equestrian with Olympic dreams and a little something extra going on - she is also an "equine empath", someone who has the ability to read horses’ minds and moods. When she receives a full scholarship to attend Fairmont Riding Academy, a prep school with a famous riding program, she struggles with homesickness, hazing by the school’s snooty drama queen, intense competition in the sport of three-day-eventing, and the not-altogether-unwelcome interest of a hot guy. On top of all of that the horse given to Vivienne via the scholarship is an animal that she cannot "read" or understand.
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Equestrian riding academy mystery
- By Jean on 07-05-13
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Ambition
- The Eventing series, Book 1
- By: Natalie Keller Reinert
- Narrated by: Piper Goodeve
- Length: 11 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Jules Thornton didn't come to Ocala to make friends. She came to make a name for herself. Young, determined, and tough as nails, she's been swapping stable-work for saddle-time since she was a little kid - and it hasn't always been a fun ride. Forever the struggling rider in a sport for the wealthy, all Jules has on her side is talent and ambition. She's certain all she needs to succeed are good horses, but will the eventing world agree? On her own at last, Jules is positive she's poised to become eventing's newest star, but soon finds she's making more enemies than friends.
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Took me awhile to like Jules.
- By Empathy on 07-07-19
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Elina
- Blaze of Glory Companion Books, Book 1
- By: M. Garzon
- Narrated by: Heather S. Auden
- Length: 4 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
A decade ago, Elina's life was derailed by a smooth-talking charmer. Since then, she's toiled endlessly to create a better life for her children, putting thoughts of romantic love aside. But when handsome, intimidating Declan wins her over with his timely help and old-fashioned notions of love, Elina has a decision to make. How can Elina find happiness when her heart is pulling her one way and her children's futures are pulling in another?
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Sexy cowboy, yes please!
- By Claire on 08-15-18
By: M. Garzon
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Rush Revere and the First Patriots
- Time-Travel Adventures with Exceptional Americans
- By: Rush Limbaugh
- Narrated by: Rush Limbaugh
- Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Nationally syndicated radio talk-show host Rush Limbaugh has long wanted to make American history come to life for the children of his listeners. In Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims, he created the character of a fearless middle-school history teacher named Rush Revere, who travels back in time and experiences American history as it happens, in adventures with exceptional Americans. In this second book in the series, Rush Revere is transported back to the people and events leading up to the American Revolution.
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Over the top!
- By Deborah Gunnlaugsson on 04-14-14
By: Rush Limbaugh
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Carson Hill Ranch - Books 1-3
- Contemporary Cowboy Romance
- By: Amelia Rose
- Narrated by: Valerie Gilbert
- Length: 11 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
With lives torn by troubles and hardship, three women set out to find new beginnings for themselves. Yet by chance, their fortunes all lead to the same place, and they arrive at Carson Hill Ranch. Run by a man and his six sons, suddenly the heroines find their hands full with brand-new troubles - and the three eldest Carson brothers. They may have set out only searching for new beginnings, but these heroines will soon find that destiny has a little more in store for them.
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Carson Hill Ranch Books 1-3
- By Cathy Reams on 02-20-22
By: Amelia Rose
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The Georges and the Jewels
- Horses of Oak Valley Ranch, Book 1
- By: Jane Smiley
- Narrated by: Angela Goethals
- Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Abby Lovitt has been riding horses for as long as she can remember, but Daddy hasn't let her name a single one. He calls all their geldings George and their mares Jewel and warns her not to get attached. The horses are there on the ranch to be sold, plain and simple. But with all the stress at school (the Big Four - Linda, Mary A., Mary N., Joan - have turned against her) and home (nothing feels right with her brother, Danny, gone), Abby can't help but seek comfort in the Georges and the Jewels, who greet her every day with soft nickers.
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Thoroughly enjoyed it
- By C Bismuth on 05-21-17
By: Jane Smiley
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Joey
- How a Blind Rescue Horse Helped Others Learn to See
- By: Jennifer Marshall Bleakley
- Narrated by: Emily Durante
- Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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At the height of his show career, this beautiful Appaloosa's majestic stature, strength, and willingness to work made him the perfect partner. But when an injury cost Joey his show career, he moved from one owner to the next, ultimately experiencing severe abuse and neglect. A rescue group found Joey nearly dead from starvation - and blind. Then he came to Hope Reins - a ranch dedicated to helping hurting kids who had been abused, emotionally wounded, or unwanted.
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Why Joey will always touch people’s hearts and lead them blindly into faith
- By Ms. Sara Kathryn Bakker on 10-23-19
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Blaze of Glory
- Book 1
- By: m. garzon
- Narrated by: Kasi Hollowell
- Length: 14 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Last year, I had it all: two jumpers on the show circuit, a lot of wins, and a lot of attention - the good kind. But now I have nothing. My life is circling the drain. The only spark of light that exists for me is my new, forbidden passion. If my stepfather finds out, he will kill me. My twin brother, my only blood relative in the world, has already begged me not to. But I can't help myself. If it can't be horses, it has to be this.
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Oh Wow!
- By Melanie Osmond on 07-12-18
By: m. garzon
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Catching Jordan
- By: Miranda Kenneally
- Narrated by: Christina Delaine
- Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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What girl doesn't want to be surrounded by gorgeous jocks day in and day out? Jordan Woods isn't just surrounded by hot guys, though - she leads them as the captain and quarterback of her high school football team. They all see her as one of the guys and that's just fine. As long as she gets her athletic scholarship to a powerhouse university. But everything she's ever worked for is threatened when Ty Green moves to her school.
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Great Book
- By Cassandra on 05-14-16
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Spirit Horses
- By: Alan S. Evans
- Narrated by: Ted Brooks
- Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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In the hills of Tennessee, Shane Carson, a gifted, nationally-recognized horseman, is living the good life. When a mysterious mustang shows up on his farm, Shane doesn't know how - or why - the horse appeared, but the horse's distinctive brand identifies her. She is one of the Spirit Horses, a rare, wild herd that runs free on the Shoshone reservation in Wyoming. Watched over for centuries in the tribe's ancestral valleys, these exquisite horses, according to belief, provide a link to the afterlife. When tragedy strikes in his life, Shane nearly loses his will to live - but for one promise he made to his young son: to return the mustang....
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Loved this story
- By Debbie on 08-27-12
By: Alan S. Evans
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Breaking Free
- By: Lauraine Snelling
- Narrated by: Pam Ward
- Length: 9 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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When her reckless driving brought unimaginable tragedy, Maggie Roberts found herself in prison grieving for the loss of her son. During the course of her 10-year sentence, she found a renewed purpose working with retired Thoroughbred racehorses. But now she's faced with the transition back into society, starting over yet again and alone in the world - until she meets Gil Winters.
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Interesting and satisfying
- By Deborah Reardon on 03-18-09
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Because of Mr. Terupt
- Mr. Terupt, Book 1
- By: Rob Buyea
- Narrated by: Arielle DeLisle, Mike Chamberlain
- Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Seven students are about to have their lives changed by one amazing teacher in this school story sequel. It’s the start of a new year at Snow Hill School, and seven students find themselves thrown together in Mr. Terupt’s fifth grade class. There’s...Jessica, the new girl, smart and perceptive, who’s having a hard time fitting in; Alexia, a bully, your friend one second, your enemy the next; Peter, class prankster and troublemaker; Luke, the brain; Danielle, who never stands up for herself; shy Anna, whose home situation makes her an outcast; and Jeffrey, who hates school.
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Ableist Language
- By Guerrero Hall on 08-16-20
By: Rob Buyea
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Spirit Riding Free: The Adventure Begins
- By: Suzanne Selfors
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
- Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Twelve-year-old Lucky Prescott craves adventure, but as a young lady of society she's been allowed to experience adventure only through books. That is until one fateful day when Lucky, her father, and her aunt leave their neat-and-tidy city life and travel to their new home out west - the Wild West. At first Lucky is excited, but during the long train ride to her new hometown of Miradero, she begins to worry. What if she doesn't make any new friends?
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Spirit Riding Free: The Adventure Begins
- By Shannon on 07-03-17
By: Suzanne Selfors