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Pony Club Secrets #9
Un été d'enfer
Cet été, Isabelle a le job de ses rêves : s'occuper des chevaux d'une écurie très célèbre. Elle pourra même les entraîner au saut d'obstacles... Une occasion en or pour sa future carrière ! Mais, loin de la gloire et des paillettes, le travail est bien plus dur qu'elle ne l'imaginait...
256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2010
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About the author
Stacy Gregg
82 books208 followersAs a young girl living in New Zealand Stacy Gregg wanted to be two things when she grew up – a horse rider and a writer. She now considers herself very, very lucky to be both at once!
Becoming a writer was the easy part – all she needed was an exercise book and a pen. Stacy wrote loads of poetry and short stories at school and then became a journalist, writing features for magazines and newspapers and working as a fashion writer (v. glamorous and lots of fun!) before her first book in the Pony Club Secrets series was published in 2007.
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Becoming a writer was the easy part – all she needed was an exercise book and a pen. Stacy wrote loads of poetry and short stories at school and then became a journalist, writing features for magazines and newspapers and working as a fashion writer (v. glamorous and lots of fun!) before her first book in the Pony Club Secrets series was published in 2007.
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October 9, 2017
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Stacy Gregg's books are very simple to read, so I got through Flame and the Rebel Riders pretty quickly! I liked it as I have the other ones I've read!
The story-line was okay, but I think she could have put more about Flame then she had! When I saw the title for this book, I thought the book was going to be a lot about that horse, but there wasn't as much as I thought.
Issie ... sometimes she drives me crazy and other times she's okay. This one she was annoyed me a lot of the time! I'll have to agree with Aiden, when he said she was stuck-up after making some decisions, although that was pretty straight forward! ;)
And while we're on the subject, poor Tom!!! He is a wonderful instructor, but she side-steps him so much and starts working for that *grimaces* Ginty lady, even after his warning to her not to do that! Anyway, Tom has always been my favourite character when I've read these books! ;)
Content: There were several swear words which upset me. :-/
Overall, I liked it, but I mainly focused on the horse bit of things and tried to ignore some of Issie's behaviour! ;)
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Stacy Gregg's books are very simple to read, so I got through Flame and the Rebel Riders pretty quickly! I liked it as I have the other ones I've read!
The story-line was okay, but I think she could have put more about Flame then she had! When I saw the title for this book, I thought the book was going to be a lot about that horse, but there wasn't as much as I thought.
Issie ... sometimes she drives me crazy and other times she's okay. This one she was annoyed me a lot of the time! I'll have to agree with Aiden, when he said she was stuck-up after making some decisions, although that was pretty straight forward! ;)
And while we're on the subject, poor Tom!!! He is a wonderful instructor, but she side-steps him so much and starts working for that *grimaces* Ginty lady, even after his warning to her not to do that! Anyway, Tom has always been my favourite character when I've read these books! ;)
Content: There were several swear words which upset me. :-/
Overall, I liked it, but I mainly focused on the horse bit of things and tried to ignore some of Issie's behaviour! ;)
December 28, 2022
I loved this book! The theme of not knowing who to trust really ruffled feathers and transformed the familiar relationships between the characters into something that hasn’t been explored before which allowed for great development. There were some mature themes throughout with regards to the questionable showjumping training methods but these were handled delicately by the author through the journey of Issie navigating her own moral compass and work out for herself what she really thought of it all. I will probably be rereading this one soon.
February 18, 2025
This is the tenth book in the “Pony club secrets” series. There is a total of 12 books in the series, 13 if you count the novella.
With showjumping contests to win, rivals to defeat, mysteries to solve and ponies in danger to save, these books are perfect for all girls who love ponies.
Issie takes a summer job at Ginty McLintoch’s prestigious showjumping stables where she meets a talented chestnut pony called Flame. Issie must try to keep her head in the glamorous commercial world of showjumping and will face decisions that could change her life forever. Tempers will flare and may the best rider win.
As Issie bonds with Flame, she realises the horrible things his owners do to him, such as putting cream on his legs making them extremely sensitive which makes it hurt a lot if he hits a jump. They do this in the hope that Flame will learn not to hit the jumps. Issie doesn’t know what she can do but she knows if she can’t think of anything Flame will just be left with his abusive owners.
Not only does Issie struggle with finding out what to do with Flame, she also starts having problems with her boyfriend, Aiden. Aiden believes Issie has become stuck up ever since she started working at the posh stables.
I would give this book 5 stars because it constantly kept readers on the edge of their seats. It was so good even though it is more character driven rather than plot driven. I would recommend this to anyone aged 8 or over and it’s great to read alone or as a family but there are some emotional parts.
November 23, 2022
I cannot in good conscience recommend this as a book for young readers. Whilst the setup for the plot certainly makes sense and creates an excellent environment for character growth, the entire novel is marred by unnecessarily serious themes including overt animal abuse, drugging said animals, and traumatised animals. Even if this were a book series aimed at young adult/adult readers, I would expect this content to be handled more delicately than the formulaic transformation of the main character into someone who tows the line of questionable or outright abusive animal practices until she inevitably comes to her senses in the last chapters.
The young teenage main character is thrust into the adult world of equestrianism as a professional stables and completely misses the mark with what sort of story she'd benefit from being a part of.
Whilst this introduces some interesting characters, we find ourselves by the end once again with a flawless child-prodigy protagonist, as is typical of these lovely children's books, surrounded by the harrowing nature of the "real world", and it doesn't mix well.
The young teenage main character is thrust into the adult world of equestrianism as a professional stables and completely misses the mark with what sort of story she'd benefit from being a part of.
Whilst this introduces some interesting characters, we find ourselves by the end once again with a flawless child-prodigy protagonist, as is typical of these lovely children's books, surrounded by the harrowing nature of the "real world", and it doesn't mix well.
November 3, 2021
Si te encantan los caballos, como a mí, y buscas una lectura amena, divertida y rápida, estos trece libros son una opción estupenda para esos días en los que nos apetece leer algo facilito.
Están recomendados para una edad de nueve años o más, pero no por eso se trata de una saga infantil. De hecho, yo el último libro lo he leído hace tres o cuatro semanas y me ha encantado. Ha sido una lectura muy fresca.
Cada uno de los libros cuenta una aventura distinta de Isa, la protagonista, siempre con relación al mundo de la equitación.
Por lo tanto, podrían leerse como volúmenes independientes, pero tened en cuenta que pueden aparecer datos de libros anteriores. Por eso, yo recomiendo leerlos por orden. De esa manera, entenderéis mejor la historia, la evolución de la protagonista a medida que crece y su relación con los distintos caballos, yeguas y ponis que aparecen en cada uno de los libros.
¿Alguien en la sala que conozca estos libros? ¿Qué os parecen?
Están recomendados para una edad de nueve años o más, pero no por eso se trata de una saga infantil. De hecho, yo el último libro lo he leído hace tres o cuatro semanas y me ha encantado. Ha sido una lectura muy fresca.
Cada uno de los libros cuenta una aventura distinta de Isa, la protagonista, siempre con relación al mundo de la equitación.
Por lo tanto, podrían leerse como volúmenes independientes, pero tened en cuenta que pueden aparecer datos de libros anteriores. Por eso, yo recomiendo leerlos por orden. De esa manera, entenderéis mejor la historia, la evolución de la protagonista a medida que crece y su relación con los distintos caballos, yeguas y ponis que aparecen en cada uno de los libros.
¿Alguien en la sala que conozca estos libros? ¿Qué os parecen?
July 28, 2022
things are getting serious!!! the suspense - i can’t handle it 🥴🤩🤤
July 19, 2023
Muy recomendable para niños de 10-12 años. Fue mi infancia.
August 17, 2024
Flame
Such an amazing book. Stacy Gregg bring such joy, happiness and a learning experience to the reader! Thank you! X
Such an amazing book. Stacy Gregg bring such joy, happiness and a learning experience to the reader! Thank you! X
October 16, 2024
Welcome to the toxic side of the equestrian community, Issie
July 4, 2013
I rel really liked this book because it was easy to relate to. I love horses! The title sounds cheesy but it is a good book. I think this book would come under "a book with a male charactor." In this book the male charactor is (Izzy's) boy friend, or the guy she likes.
In this book 1 of the things I learn was to not have so much faith in people in first impressions. You really have to know people before yo can judge them. I also have got more respect and understanding of my horse and the real differences in personality's in different horses. (This was really helpful for both me and my horses.)
My favourite charactor is Izzy. I think she is quite like and we have the same opinion on things, (horses) and the way you ride and treat them.
In this book 1 of the things I learn was to not have so much faith in people in first impressions. You really have to know people before yo can judge them. I also have got more respect and understanding of my horse and the real differences in personality's in different horses. (This was really helpful for both me and my horses.)
My favourite charactor is Izzy. I think she is quite like and we have the same opinion on things, (horses) and the way you ride and treat them.
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April 13, 2016Flame and the rebel riders is a very horsy book. a horse called flame is in a pony riding place and the owner is very mean. It puts cream on the horses legs and that makes them very sensitive when it k=hits something.
December 30, 2018
The grass isn't always greener
And fancy doesn't equate with quality. But if you're smart, you figure that out. And if you're really on your way toward growing uo, you face up to youthful arrogance, apologize, and carry on.
And fancy doesn't equate with quality. But if you're smart, you figure that out. And if you're really on your way toward growing uo, you face up to youthful arrogance, apologize, and carry on.
September 7, 2019
Keep them coming Stacy!
rses trainers, it gives you an insight of differences of training. The good and the b
This was fun to read as it was all riding. It showed the differences in good trainers and bad! There are ways and ways to train. Just love your horse first of all!
rses trainers, it gives you an insight of differences of training. The good and the b
This was fun to read as it was all riding. It showed the differences in good trainers and bad! There are ways and ways to train. Just love your horse first of all!
June 8, 2011
loved it!!!
August 25, 2011
OH MY GOSH, this book is sooooo good! I recommend it.
September 14, 2012
Read A MILLION TIMES! Love the Stacey gregg : Pony Club Secrets. Reccommended for PONY LOVERS LIKE ME!
February 8, 2017
Great book I loved it all this made me realise that some people can cruel and some people can't.
Can't wait to read the next one!
Can't wait to read the next one!
January 15, 2019
Such a good book
I enjoyed it so much I want to know more about how Ozzie becomes a professional. Love this book. Good work
I enjoyed it so much I want to know more about how Ozzie becomes a professional. Love this book. Good work
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December 9, 2012Can u actually read the books on here or just rate them
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