Horse-loving Meg is back in the saddle aboard her trusty steed Merlin for a third outing in Tanya Landman’s and Sònia Albert’s horsey series.
Meg is super excited to be spending a whole day with Merlin. Along with her new friend Sam Houseman and her horse Alfred, they have the perfect day of riding, exploring and picnicking planned. But after a wonderful day things start to go awry. Meg takes a wrong turn and when Merlin gets spooked he charges down the country lane heading straight towards the main road. With the pair heading for certain disaster can Meg get her horse back under control…
This brilliantly written and delightfully illustrated series of charming short stories that are perfectly pitched for young horse-lovers continue to be a galloping success. This time, adventure and drama are in store with a lively jaunt into the countryside that addresses some of the dangers and challenges that horses and horse riders experience.
Animals are always going to react on their instincts and Merlin’s response to a seemingly innocuous incident could have potentially fatal consequences. Luckily, Meg has the skills to take control of the horse and, most importantly, resolve the source of his distress and provide the necessary reassurances that everything is ok. The bond between horse and rider is such a special one and it is this that ultimately saves the day. True to Barrington Stoke form, this read is printed in dyslexia friendly font and on tinted paper ensuring the book can be accessed by every child. Recommended for 7+. With huge thanks to Barrington Stoke for the copy I received in exchange for an honest review.
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