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Star Dancer
This is a story about a horse and a boy, but not just any a wild mustang stallion and not just any boy, but a native American proud member of the Arapahoe nation on the Wind River reservation in Wild Wyoming. When these two wild hearts are knit together through unique circumstances and challenges, they become a championship team. Chastised by his peers and often excluded because of his disability, Trey Standingelk is more comfortable enjoying the solitude of long rides in the mountain with just his horse, his dog and his lifelong friend and often companion, Skye. The two companions find themselves as the captors and eventual trainers of a beautiful mustang stallion, but Trey's challenges lend an obstacle that must be faced. After learning about the opportunities in the realm of horse training and especially the competitive arena of Free-Style Reining, Trey and Star's world is rapidly expanded. The connection that develops between the horse, Star Dancer, and Trey goes far beyond man and beast, and becomes a heart to heart lifelong bond.
209 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 4, 2016
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July 22, 2023
Wow! And wow again!
This may have been written as a book for younger people but this over 65 year old woman loved it, maybe even more than anything I've ever read! The amount of knowledge that went into writing about reining was impressive and the final free style was astounding! I have done reining and as a young kid tried to impress my uncle by showing off bareback, often with the same ground slamming results! Awesome story!
This may have been written as a book for younger people but this over 65 year old woman loved it, maybe even more than anything I've ever read! The amount of knowledge that went into writing about reining was impressive and the final free style was astounding! I have done reining and as a young kid tried to impress my uncle by showing off bareback, often with the same ground slamming results! Awesome story!
May 25, 2019
3 Stars
Teenage Arapahoe Trey Standingelk captures a wild mustang stallion. Trains him and enters the state championship rodeo competitions. Really not my kind of book but good for horse lovers.
Teenage Arapahoe Trey Standingelk captures a wild mustang stallion. Trains him and enters the state championship rodeo competitions. Really not my kind of book but good for horse lovers.
August 8, 2017
Quick read
Pretty simple and down to earth with a nice ending. Pleasant reading. Will be reading the next book in the series.
Pretty simple and down to earth with a nice ending. Pleasant reading. Will be reading the next book in the series.
October 4, 2017
Fabulous, And uplifting.
I gave it a five star, but they were not more to add. Good for all ages. Best book I ever read.
I gave it a five star, but they were not more to add. Good for all ages. Best book I ever read.
September 18, 2018
Expand story
A different story but one that was well thought out. I have seem things happen like that and it is so special when it happens. Thanks Mr rundell
A different story but one that was well thought out. I have seem things happen like that and it is so special when it happens. Thanks Mr rundell
December 21, 2018
Super read
I am from Wyoming. This was an excellent story. Kept you involved with the plot and characters. Great job! Enjoyed it immensely.
I am from Wyoming. This was an excellent story. Kept you involved with the plot and characters. Great job! Enjoyed it immensely.
May 8, 2019
Loved It
A real feel good story. It brought back so many memories. I loved the story line and the history shared. Thank you.
A real feel good story. It brought back so many memories. I loved the story line and the history shared. Thank you.
April 3, 2020
Great reading
Enjoyed the story. Kept me involved. Many twists. Couldn’t put it down. Would like the story to continue. Does he release Star?
Enjoyed the story. Kept me involved. Many twists. Couldn’t put it down. Would like the story to continue. Does he release Star?
April 9, 2020
A Good One
Classed as "young adult" but enjoyable to me, an octogenarian. I always enjoy a book from which I learn something and did so from this story. Well done, Mr. Rendell!
Classed as "young adult" but enjoyable to me, an octogenarian. I always enjoy a book from which I learn something and did so from this story. Well done, Mr. Rendell!
November 18, 2020
Triumphant journey
Amazing story of triumph for a young man who has struggled all his life to conquer shyness and learning problems.
Amazing story of triumph for a young man who has struggled all his life to conquer shyness and learning problems.
December 24, 2024
exceptional read!
Truly impressive story of a young man and horse growing to fulfillment together. Ending leaves you guessing the future path of the pair.
Truly impressive story of a young man and horse growing to fulfillment together. Ending leaves you guessing the future path of the pair.
October 18, 2025
The Ending
Thought the story was cute and well written the characters were also very good however the ending left a lot of unanswered question
Thought the story was cute and well written the characters were also very good however the ending left a lot of unanswered question
October 6, 2016
Determination wins.
Excellent book,the discussion on Grace Faith and salvation were right on point. This book should be on reading list for teenagers.
Excellent book,the discussion on Grace Faith and salvation were right on point. This book should be on reading list for teenagers.
February 6, 2017
Star Dancer
A surprisingly great read. A superb novel. I started reading this book by accident but, soon found I could not put it down. Anyone who enjoys reading will love this story. So, Giddy Up.
A surprisingly great read. A superb novel. I started reading this book by accident but, soon found I could not put it down. Anyone who enjoys reading will love this story. So, Giddy Up.
September 4, 2016
Star Dancer
Wow, what a great book. I really enjoyed this book, it grabs you, makes you want to keep reading to see what happens next. This would be a great book for young people. It lets you see even with a disability you can do any thing you want if you want it bad enough.
Wow, what a great book. I really enjoyed this book, it grabs you, makes you want to keep reading to see what happens next. This would be a great book for young people. It lets you see even with a disability you can do any thing you want if you want it bad enough.
September 5, 2016
Amazing
Young adult or old adult this is a beautiful read.
I especially like seeing a pastor who is all a pastor should be, young people growing, elders assisting, customs and beliefs honored. Read it with an open heart.
Young adult or old adult this is a beautiful read.
I especially like seeing a pastor who is all a pastor should be, young people growing, elders assisting, customs and beliefs honored. Read it with an open heart.
September 7, 2016
Loved it!
I really enjoyed this book. Not often do I read a book with tears running down my cheeks, but I did with this one. Job well done!
I really enjoyed this book. Not often do I read a book with tears running down my cheeks, but I did with this one. Job well done!
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