First the move to Maryland. Then Dad's deployment to Afghanistan. Sadie is in trouble. Then she gets Lucky, a new, young horse who proves to be a handful. But that's just the beginning. Together they encounter horse thieves, Maryland storms, and unwanted horses destined for auction and uncertain futures.Sadie makes it her personal mission to save the horses. Along the way, she meets other people who are dedicated to rescuing horses. She also learns some people in the horse industry are driven by greed. And, she's only twelve. The chance for something better out of our lives presents itself in many strange ways. "Believing In Horses" is a strong addition to young adult fiction collections, not to be missed. - Midwest Book Review This is a great book about a young girl, her bonds with her horse and family, and the real difference that one determined, persistent, passionate person can make in the world. - Horse Show Times An emotional story, writer Valerie Ormond takes Sadie and her tri-colored Pinto horse, Lucky, through a tale of heartbreak, suspense, determination, and love. - Blaze Magazine ...a charming, fast-paced, intriguing first novel that provides a blessed break from stories centered around grim problems of destructive behavior and dysfunctional families. - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Valerie Ormond is a former Naval intelligence officer, a freelance writer, and a contributor to 5 Must Know Secrets for Today’s College Girl . She lives in Bowie, Maryland.