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Finding Freckles
This story is told from the perspective of an eleven year old South African named Emma as she writes in her diary for a school project. All Emma wants to be is a professional showjumper when she grows up. The only problem is, her mom can't afford to buy her a horse of her own to train with.
An outride with her friends leads to the discovery of an abandoned gelding.
As Emma works to restore the horse back to health, she is determined to adopt him as her own.
But will her love be enough to overcome the obstacles that loom over their budding relationship?
An outride with her friends leads to the discovery of an abandoned gelding.
As Emma works to restore the horse back to health, she is determined to adopt him as her own.
But will her love be enough to overcome the obstacles that loom over their budding relationship?
- GenresYoung Adult
94 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 17, 2020
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Molly Lawson
6 books2 followersMolly Lawson is a Children's Book author of the nonfiction series Diary of My Best Friend-Horsing Around for middle school readers ages 8-12.
Growing up on a farm and riding horses taught Molly the importance of responsibility, friendship and embracing new adventures that came her way. Her books are inspired from her childhood experiences of connecting with nature and animals.
Through this series, Molly hopes to share with her readers the excitement, love, and sacrifice that go into caring for others.
Growing up on a farm and riding horses taught Molly the importance of responsibility, friendship and embracing new adventures that came her way. Her books are inspired from her childhood experiences of connecting with nature and animals.
Through this series, Molly hopes to share with her readers the excitement, love, and sacrifice that go into caring for others.
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October 17, 2020This chapter book is about Emma, a horse-loving girl who is keeping a diary for her school project. Emma is 11 years old, but she seems most mature when she is around horses. When she is not around horses, she behaves and thinks more like a chatty 7 year old. Horses bring out Emma's best.
Emma's mother is not as tremendously wealthy as the other families in Emma's entourage, which is something Emma struggles with; especially because one of her "mean" money-obsessed classmates seems to dwell on this all the time. However, her mom is not poor either, as Emma enjoys plenty of perks like going out for milkshakes and movies and books on a regular basis.
The book seems to be for elementary kids who like books about horse-lovers.
Emma's mother is not as tremendously wealthy as the other families in Emma's entourage, which is something Emma struggles with; especially because one of her "mean" money-obsessed classmates seems to dwell on this all the time. However, her mom is not poor either, as Emma enjoys plenty of perks like going out for milkshakes and movies and books on a regular basis.
The book seems to be for elementary kids who like books about horse-lovers.
May 16, 2020
This middle-grade chapter book is narrated by Emma Williams, an eleven-year-old girl living in a rural South African village. The impetus for the diary is a writing assignment from Emma’s English teacher.
Emma writes honestly and openly. She reveals her hopes, fears, and dreams. Her fervent desire is to own a horse and become an expert jumper. Unfortunately, her single mom cannot afford to buy her a horse. Luckily, Emma’s best friend, Christine, lives on a neighboring farm. Christine is a good rider and that allows Emma to be around horses.
Emma’s story pulls the reader in because she is relatable to her readers. The characters are believable and appealing to a middle-grade audience. Not only do readers learn about horses, but they also pick up knowledge of geography and South African culture. This is book 1 of a series that promises to be the first of an interesting series. Will Emma achieve her dreams?
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and voluntarily chose to read and review with my honest opinions for no compensation.
Emma writes honestly and openly. She reveals her hopes, fears, and dreams. Her fervent desire is to own a horse and become an expert jumper. Unfortunately, her single mom cannot afford to buy her a horse. Luckily, Emma’s best friend, Christine, lives on a neighboring farm. Christine is a good rider and that allows Emma to be around horses.
Emma’s story pulls the reader in because she is relatable to her readers. The characters are believable and appealing to a middle-grade audience. Not only do readers learn about horses, but they also pick up knowledge of geography and South African culture. This is book 1 of a series that promises to be the first of an interesting series. Will Emma achieve her dreams?
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and voluntarily chose to read and review with my honest opinions for no compensation.
June 16, 2021
I was sent a sample of the first few chapters, so it's hard to rate a book on that basis, but I get a picture of the situation.
A young lady introduces us to her life in South Africa, with her class diary project. She describes her home, school, wish to be a showjumper, and minimal access to riding. That's as far as my sample goes. However, the blurb for this and the next book explains that Emma finds an elderly horse in need of care.
I like the concept of introducing kids to this hot, exotic country while the story is in the quite normal context of riding and wishing for a horse. Some young readers may find the new words difficult and in my copy there are no illustrations, which would help. We get some important points, like riding with a helmet, and nobody is too good to be true.
This is an unbiased review.
A young lady introduces us to her life in South Africa, with her class diary project. She describes her home, school, wish to be a showjumper, and minimal access to riding. That's as far as my sample goes. However, the blurb for this and the next book explains that Emma finds an elderly horse in need of care.
I like the concept of introducing kids to this hot, exotic country while the story is in the quite normal context of riding and wishing for a horse. Some young readers may find the new words difficult and in my copy there are no illustrations, which would help. We get some important points, like riding with a helmet, and nobody is too good to be true.
This is an unbiased review.
January 28, 2022
When eleven year old Emma and her friends find a horse, hobbled and alone , they rescue it. Emma bonds with the horse, which she names Freckles. She desperately wants to keep the horse but it may be too expensive for her mom, a single parent, to afford. Can she find a way to keep Freckles? A wonderful story for young readers . I found the characters likable and the storyline engrossing. I enjoyed this book and would like to read more by this author. I received this book through Storyorigin and this is my freely given and honest review.
October 30, 2020
Engaging Reading for Horse Lovers!
This delightful story is written as the diary of Emma, age 11, and her love of horses. Emma rescues a dappled grey horse that she names Freckles from the wild in Africa. Her diary tells of her struggles, fears and dreams of keeping Freckles so she can train and compete like her friends. Although written for younger readers it’s entertaining for any age. I received the audiobook as a gift and enjoyed listening to the narrator, Julia Jones. Enjoy!
This delightful story is written as the diary of Emma, age 11, and her love of horses. Emma rescues a dappled grey horse that she names Freckles from the wild in Africa. Her diary tells of her struggles, fears and dreams of keeping Freckles so she can train and compete like her friends. Although written for younger readers it’s entertaining for any age. I received the audiobook as a gift and enjoyed listening to the narrator, Julia Jones. Enjoy!
June 11, 2020
Submitted by: Vicki Johnson
This was a cute story told through Emma's perspective, who is a 10 yo living with her single mother. Emma's love of horses is central in this book along with the struggles, love and compassion that arise from her home situation. A very sweet tale developed for middle level chapter books. This was a story that my 10 yr. old grandson would enjoy.
This was a cute story told through Emma's perspective, who is a 10 yo living with her single mother. Emma's love of horses is central in this book along with the struggles, love and compassion that arise from her home situation. A very sweet tale developed for middle level chapter books. This was a story that my 10 yr. old grandson would enjoy.
May 3, 2021
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book and choose to do a review.
I remember being like Emma. Part of my tears were for her, and part were for the little me that was Emma. Fantastic. Relatable. Written like a kid would right, and feel, and pour her heart out. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars.
I remember being like Emma. Part of my tears were for her, and part were for the little me that was Emma. Fantastic. Relatable. Written like a kid would right, and feel, and pour her heart out. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars.
July 25, 2020
Finding Freckles reviewed by my 11 year old granddaughter Savannah. " The story was good. It would be a book for somebody that is my age. "
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