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Riding Academy #2
Andie Out of Control
Much to her Foxhall Academy roommates' dismay, Andie Perez likes breaking every rule at the boarding school, until the arrival of a wild young thoroughbred horse named Magic brings Andie a challenge that she cannot refuse. Reading Level, 4.5.
124 pages, Paperback
First published March 29, 1994
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Alison Hart
75 books75 followersAlison Hart is a pseudonym for writer Alice Leonhardt
A Virginia author of over twenty mysteries and historical fiction novels for children and teens, loves “writing books that keep young readers glued to the pages.” At the age of seven she wrote, illustrated and self-published The Wild Dog, a book which she shows to readers to make the point that it is never too early to be an author.
A Virginia author of over twenty mysteries and historical fiction novels for children and teens, loves “writing books that keep young readers glued to the pages.” At the age of seven she wrote, illustrated and self-published The Wild Dog, a book which she shows to readers to make the point that it is never too early to be an author.
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May 4, 2016
This turned out way better than I had expected!
As those who read my review for the first book know, I was hesitant about this book because it was an Andie only book, and I just didn't like this girl.
Now that I read this book, I can say that she still isn't my favourite girl.... but, big BUT, she also showed another side, and I understand her better now. Sure, all that happens in her life is no excuse to be such a big bitch towards everyone, but I can see why she is acting like this.
Her mom and dad are divorced, her mom just left them alone and went to find herself (or something like that), her dad is never around (and is always commanding and pushing). I just felt sad for the girl, and I could imagine why she would rebel like she did. She just wants a dad (and a mom) who cares about her, who is interested in her.
I also loved seeing how she grew, how she found something to love, to care for, and to fight for.
We also see growth in other characters and I was delighted to see it. Mary Beth is so much more fun, and I love how eager she is now to learn about horses, and how hard she works to get good with horse-riding.
Lauren, well I am not sure about her. We do see her, but I don't think she has a big presence in the books. Maybe we will see more of her in the next books (especially in the fourth book when she will be the main character).
Jina she is definitely my favourite girl, though she should relax a bit more. Stressing like that, when you are 11-year old, is just not healthy. And I don't know why anyone would support that. I can imagine you want to win, but come on girl, you got all life to do that.
I just love the boarding school stuff, it sounds like a lot of work, but also so much fun. I wouldn't have minded going to boarding school when I was a kid (not sure if we have them here, or at least like in books).
I loved the horse stuff, and I especially loved the new horse. I had a feeling that would be the case, or at least a simpler explanation. Of course, I won't say what is wrong with the horse, you will have to find out yourself.
That poor horse though, I would also act like that when that was wrong and no one noticed. :(
Well, I will be sure to hunt the third book, hopefully I can find it, this series is so old.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
As those who read my review for the first book know, I was hesitant about this book because it was an Andie only book, and I just didn't like this girl.
Now that I read this book, I can say that she still isn't my favourite girl.... but, big BUT, she also showed another side, and I understand her better now. Sure, all that happens in her life is no excuse to be such a big bitch towards everyone, but I can see why she is acting like this.
Her mom and dad are divorced, her mom just left them alone and went to find herself (or something like that), her dad is never around (and is always commanding and pushing). I just felt sad for the girl, and I could imagine why she would rebel like she did. She just wants a dad (and a mom) who cares about her, who is interested in her.
I also loved seeing how she grew, how she found something to love, to care for, and to fight for.
We also see growth in other characters and I was delighted to see it. Mary Beth is so much more fun, and I love how eager she is now to learn about horses, and how hard she works to get good with horse-riding.
Lauren, well I am not sure about her. We do see her, but I don't think she has a big presence in the books. Maybe we will see more of her in the next books (especially in the fourth book when she will be the main character).
Jina she is definitely my favourite girl, though she should relax a bit more. Stressing like that, when you are 11-year old, is just not healthy. And I don't know why anyone would support that. I can imagine you want to win, but come on girl, you got all life to do that.
I just love the boarding school stuff, it sounds like a lot of work, but also so much fun. I wouldn't have minded going to boarding school when I was a kid (not sure if we have them here, or at least like in books).
I loved the horse stuff, and I especially loved the new horse. I had a feeling that would be the case, or at least a simpler explanation. Of course, I won't say what is wrong with the horse, you will have to find out yourself.
That poor horse though, I would also act like that when that was wrong and no one noticed. :(
Well, I will be sure to hunt the third book, hopefully I can find it, this series is so old.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
September 19, 2021
I used to really like Andie and her determination and devotion to Magic even though she’s a bit too mean at times. I do like how these characters have real problems with no perfect or clear solutions as it makes them real.
Content: a father and daughter have a really tense relationship
Content: a father and daughter have a really tense relationship
July 29, 2011
I thought it was an okay book. the main characture drove me nuts. she was so selfish, and I didn't like her at all.
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