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    Sofia's Surprise: Sofia's Story, #1
    A Place for Sofia: Sofia's Story, #2
    Sundance: Sofia's Story, #0
    Ebook series4 titles

    Sofia's Story Series

    By Laura Holt-Haslam

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    About this series

    A Journey of Trust, Friendship, and Finding Home.

    Eleven-year-old Sofia Ruiz believes her dreams have come true when she's reunited with her beloved horse, Sundance, but reality has its own plans. The bickering and bossy demands of her friends, Olivia and Ryan, leave her little time alone with Sundance, but how can she stand up to them? Being the new kid at Maplewood Middle School is hard enough without worrying about losing her only two friends.

     

    After an accident shakes Sundance's confidence, the once-perfect partnership between girl and horse unravels, leaving Sofia questioning her abilities and unsure of how to regain her horse's trust.

     

    Sofia's world takes another unexpected turn when a mysterious letter arrives, unearthing secrets about the father who abandoned her as a young child. Fearful of her mom's likely reaction, Sofia hides the letter and wrestles with how to respond. Does she want to discover more about her father and the family she never knew she had? Should she forgive him and welcome him back into her life?

     

    Will Sofia summon the strength to repair broken trust with her horse and the courage to mend the fragile bonds holding her friendships and family together? Join Sofia as she discovers that from life's challenges spring remarkable growth of self, family, and friendship. This captivating ride will linger in your heart well beyond the final page.

     

     

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLaura Holt-Haslam
    Release dateFeb 17, 2023
    Sofia's Surprise: Sofia's Story, #1
    A Place for Sofia: Sofia's Story, #2
    Sundance: Sofia's Story, #0

    Titles in the series (4)

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      Sundance: Sofia's Story, #0
      Sundance: Sofia's Story, #0

      Sundance: Sofia's Story, #0

      Laura Holt-Haslam
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      From grieving to healing: a horse, a boy, and the power of friendship.   Twelve-year-old Malachi Adams has always felt like an outsider. Ridiculed by his stepfather and bullied by his classmates because of his stutter, he finds solace in his dog, Sunny. After his mother takes Sunny to the vet to be euthanized, Mal is devastated he hasn't been given the opportunity to say goodbye.   When Mal gets lost in the woods, he discovers an abandoned pregnant mare. Believing Sunny has led him to this horse, Mal decides to care for her and keep her safe until she gives birth.   After his classmate, Amelia, learns of Mal's secret, she offers to help. But even together, caring for a horse—and her newborn foal—is no easy task.   This story will capture the hearts of animal lovers and anyone who has ever felt like an outsider.      

      From grieving to healing: a horse, a boy, and the power of friendship.   Twelve-year-old Malachi Adams has always felt like an outsider. Ridiculed by his stepfather and bullied by his classmates because of his stutter, he finds solace in his dog, Sunny. After his mother takes Sunny to the vet to be euthanized, Mal is devastated he hasn't been given the opportunity to say goodbye.   When Mal gets lost in the woods, he discovers an abandoned pregnant mare. Believing Sunny has led him to this horse, Mal decides to care for her and keep her safe until she gives birth.   After his classmate, Amelia, learns of Mal's secret, she offers to help. But even together, caring for a horse—and her newborn foal—is no easy task.   This story will capture the hearts of animal lovers and anyone who has ever felt like an outsider.      

    • 1

      Sofia's Surprise: Sofia's Story, #1
      Sofia's Surprise: Sofia's Story, #1

      Sofia's Surprise: Sofia's Story, #1

      Laura Holt-Haslam
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      5/5 - 1 rating

      A heartwarming tale of family and forgiveness   Nine-year-old Sofia Ruiz has just one Christmas wish—a horse of her own. But without winter boots or fuel to heat her run-down trailer, she would settle for just being warm.   With Christmas only days away, Mom arranges for Sofia to spend two weeks alone with her grandmother, a stranger she hasn't seen in six years. A painful rift separates Mom from Gramma Lisa, but neither will talk about what happened.   Sofia's dread turns into delight when she discovers Gramma Lisa owns a Morgan horse named Delilah. Sofia learns about caring for Delilah and eagerly volunteers to do the chores, hoping Gramma Lisa will allow her to ride.   As Sofia and Gramma Lisa pursue their shared passion for horses, Sofia feels increasingly conflicted. She wishes she and Mom could move in with her grandmother, but Mom's strained relationship with Gramma Lisa stands in the way. If they cannot forgive, will they force Sofia to choose between them?   Winnie Award winner, Young Adult Overall Runner-up, 2021 Equus Film and Arts Festival

      A heartwarming tale of family and forgiveness   Nine-year-old Sofia Ruiz has just one Christmas wish—a horse of her own. But without winter boots or fuel to heat her run-down trailer, she would settle for just being warm.   With Christmas only days away, Mom arranges for Sofia to spend two weeks alone with her grandmother, a stranger she hasn't seen in six years. A painful rift separates Mom from Gramma Lisa, but neither will talk about what happened.   Sofia's dread turns into delight when she discovers Gramma Lisa owns a Morgan horse named Delilah. Sofia learns about caring for Delilah and eagerly volunteers to do the chores, hoping Gramma Lisa will allow her to ride.   As Sofia and Gramma Lisa pursue their shared passion for horses, Sofia feels increasingly conflicted. She wishes she and Mom could move in with her grandmother, but Mom's strained relationship with Gramma Lisa stands in the way. If they cannot forgive, will they force Sofia to choose between them?   Winnie Award winner, Young Adult Overall Runner-up, 2021 Equus Film and Arts Festival

    • 2

      A Place for Sofia: Sofia's Story, #2
      A Place for Sofia: Sofia's Story, #2

      A Place for Sofia: Sofia's Story, #2

      Laura Holt-Haslam
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      Sofia Ruiz adores her horse, Sundance, a gift from the grandmother who has cared for her during her mother's absence. Weeks before her eleventh birthday, her mother demands that she pack her things, forcing Sofia to leave Sundance behind. She's sent to live with the great-grandfather she barely knows. Anxious, lonely, and determined to be reunited with Sundance, Sofia searches for a way to return to her grandmother. After meeting the neighbor's miniature horses, Sofia is invited to join the Mini Whinnies Horse Club with quick-tempered Olivia, who uses crutches to walk, and her twin brother, Ryan, who's afraid of horses.  As her horse and human friendships grow, Sofia wrestles with where she belongs. Will she ever see Sundance again? This heart-warming story about friendship and discovering family in unexpected places will inspire horse-lovers of all ages.  

      Sofia Ruiz adores her horse, Sundance, a gift from the grandmother who has cared for her during her mother's absence. Weeks before her eleventh birthday, her mother demands that she pack her things, forcing Sofia to leave Sundance behind. She's sent to live with the great-grandfather she barely knows. Anxious, lonely, and determined to be reunited with Sundance, Sofia searches for a way to return to her grandmother. After meeting the neighbor's miniature horses, Sofia is invited to join the Mini Whinnies Horse Club with quick-tempered Olivia, who uses crutches to walk, and her twin brother, Ryan, who's afraid of horses.  As her horse and human friendships grow, Sofia wrestles with where she belongs. Will she ever see Sundance again? This heart-warming story about friendship and discovering family in unexpected places will inspire horse-lovers of all ages.  

    • 3

      Sofia and Sundance: Sofia's Story, #3
      Sofia and Sundance: Sofia's Story, #3

      Sofia and Sundance: Sofia's Story, #3

      Laura Holt-Haslam
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      A Journey of Trust, Friendship, and Finding Home. Eleven-year-old Sofia Ruiz believes her dreams have come true when she's reunited with her beloved horse, Sundance, but reality has its own plans. The bickering and bossy demands of her friends, Olivia and Ryan, leave her little time alone with Sundance, but how can she stand up to them? Being the new kid at Maplewood Middle School is hard enough without worrying about losing her only two friends.   After an accident shakes Sundance's confidence, the once-perfect partnership between girl and horse unravels, leaving Sofia questioning her abilities and unsure of how to regain her horse's trust.   Sofia's world takes another unexpected turn when a mysterious letter arrives, unearthing secrets about the father who abandoned her as a young child. Fearful of her mom's likely reaction, Sofia hides the letter and wrestles with how to respond. Does she want to discover more about her father and the family she never knew she had? Should she forgive him and welcome him back into her life?   Will Sofia summon the strength to repair broken trust with her horse and the courage to mend the fragile bonds holding her friendships and family together? Join Sofia as she discovers that from life's challenges spring remarkable growth of self, family, and friendship. This captivating ride will linger in your heart well beyond the final page.    

      A Journey of Trust, Friendship, and Finding Home. Eleven-year-old Sofia Ruiz believes her dreams have come true when she's reunited with her beloved horse, Sundance, but reality has its own plans. The bickering and bossy demands of her friends, Olivia and Ryan, leave her little time alone with Sundance, but how can she stand up to them? Being the new kid at Maplewood Middle School is hard enough without worrying about losing her only two friends.   After an accident shakes Sundance's confidence, the once-perfect partnership between girl and horse unravels, leaving Sofia questioning her abilities and unsure of how to regain her horse's trust.   Sofia's world takes another unexpected turn when a mysterious letter arrives, unearthing secrets about the father who abandoned her as a young child. Fearful of her mom's likely reaction, Sofia hides the letter and wrestles with how to respond. Does she want to discover more about her father and the family she never knew she had? Should she forgive him and welcome him back into her life?   Will Sofia summon the strength to repair broken trust with her horse and the courage to mend the fragile bonds holding her friendships and family together? Join Sofia as she discovers that from life's challenges spring remarkable growth of self, family, and friendship. This captivating ride will linger in your heart well beyond the final page.    

    Author

    Laura Holt-Haslam

    Multi-award-winning author and lifelong horse enthusiast, Laura Holt-Haslam, writes realistic middle grade fiction that inspires readers of all ages. While horses feature prominently, the heart of her writing revolves around the human characters as they navigate life in less-than-perfect families, learn how to make and be friends, overcome challenges that stand in the way of their dreams, and discover the healing power of love and forgiveness. Laura is passionate about sharing her love of horses through art, writing, and hands-on learning. For over thirty-five years, she has taught basic horsemanship and mentored hundreds of children and teens, encouraging them not only to become more confident equestrians, but more compassionate people. Laura is the mother of two young adult children. She lives in Southern Maine with her husband, two adorably naughty cats, and the friendliest dog you’ll ever meet. She and her daughter share ownership of Max, a 27-year-old palomino miniature horse who loves to jump. Learn more about Laura and her books, and Max and his friends at https://lauraholthaslam.com/.

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