Laura's mother has passed away. Now she and her brother live in a foster home on a ranch where they are expected to help care for the horses. At first Laura is angry and withdrawn. But then one day her foster father introduces her to Mae, a horse which, like Laura, lost her mother. Now Mae will soon be having a baby of her own. Laura hates to admit it, but she grows to love Mae, and as her bond with Mae grows, her bitterness begins to fade.
A Filly for Laura is a beautiful and touching story which will stir the hearts of readers young and old. Author Ashley Hotter has created a simply moving tale that is uplifting and a joy to read. A Filly for Laura is recommended for home and school libraries and for use in clinical settings as an excellent means of helping kids work through anger and grief. This book is highly recommended and has earned the Literary Classics Seal of Approval.
LITERARY CLASSICS Book Awards & Reviews International Book Awards • Top Honors Youth Book Awards • Seal of Approval http://www.clcawards.org
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