We are so excited for Galloping Away by Robin Kolb. This heartfelt contemporary horse story is a wonderful tale of resilience. Here’s the back cover blurb:
A True Bond
When almost 13-year-old Alex forms a true bond with a newborn colt, she secretly promises to make him her own. But like all horses born on her family’s Rosen Ranch, this colt is slated to be sold.
Alex thinks if she can prove herself a capable horse trainer, there might be a chance to keep the colt. But when her attempt to work with a spirited filly ends in disaster, her secret hope is shattered.
Now Alex must rebuild trust with her parents—and regain confidence in herself—before her dream horse gallops away forever.
Meet the Author
Robin Kolb has crafted a detailed look at life on a family ranch and how hopes and dreams take lots of work, and lots of love.
We want you to get to know Robin Kolb a bit better. Here’s a video where she introduces herself and gives you a feel for what Galloping Away holds.
As an avid horsewoman herself, Robin Kolb tells a very realistic story of life with horses, with all the ups and downs, but mostly the adventures.
In Galloping Away, Alex spends every possible moment she can with the new baby horses helping them learn the first basics of horse training. But she also spends all the time she can riding the older horses and preparing them for competitions. To prepare yourself for Galloping Away, we thought it would be fun to learn about different types of horse face markings with a PDF Horse Markings Jumble. Download it here to learn and do with your family.
We love a fun middle grade story that dives into an unusual setting and brings it lots of heart and connection. This horse story highlights life on a family ranch, horse training and competitions, family relationships, hopes and dreams, hard work, and resilience. If you love animals – especially horses – you will love this story!