Race Against Time by Claire Eckard | Creative Non-Fiction ~ Endurance Horse Racing ~ Uplifting
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Race Against Time by Claire Eckard
on January 10, 2023
Genres: Creative NonFiction
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 205
Source: iRead Book ToursFlash was a pony that had fallen between the cracks-too small for most to ride, even for a Hackney pony, and too feral to be shown. What he needed was a person as small as he was-who had the guts and the patience to give a wild pony a chance. Then along came a little girl with a sensitive soul and a big heart.
Kyla Law was just nine years old when she met Flash, and neither of them could have anticipated that their partnership would make history.
In an inspiring true story of family, faith, and perseverance, Kyla and Flash's relationship mirrors the journey we must all take in life: one of highs and lows, successes and failures-theirs just happens to be along a hundred-mile historic trail in the Sierra Nevada mountains-the setting for the most famous endurance race in the world. From the moment they met, to the moment they crossed the finish line, their tenacity exhibits pure spirit: the human spirit, the Holy Spirit, and the fire-in-the-soul kind of spirit that helps us climb mountains and cross rivers, literally and figuratively.
This story is about a girl and her pony, and how in one amazing day they inspired an international community, as Flash became the smallest horse to ever finish the Western States One-Hundred-Mile, One-Day Ride-the Tevis Cup.
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My thoughts on Race Against Time
I have read other books by Claire Eckard, so I am somewhat familiar with her writing and endurance horse races.
The author writes from the heart, and her love of horses shines through in her books. Race Against Time is a heartfelt, uplifting tale of a girl and a misfit horse. Together they find love, strength, and hope.
The writing in this tale is smooth and error-free. While not a long book, a lot is packed into the pages. This is a true story that reads like fabulous fiction. We follow along as Kyla and Flash attempt the Western States One-Hundred-Mile, One-Day Ride-the Tevis Cup.
The story has a Christian aspect, but it’s not overly emphasized. My main takeaways from this tale are that it’s inspiring, uplifting, and a refreshing change of pace.
I recommend this heart-warming tale to horse lovers, old and young. The book is technically listed as a teen and young-adult creative nonfiction, but I think it suits readers of all ages.
I received a copy of the book for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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About Claire Eckard
Claire Eckard is an animal lover and believes in volunteering to give back to her community, especially to the homeless animals that need to find their forever homes.
Her animals often inspire her writing, weaving their way into the stories that she writes, blending reality and fiction to entertain, teach, enlighten, and share the joy that animals bring to our lives!
Claire is an author, poet, songwriter, wife, mother, and grandmother! She lives in Arizona, splitting her time between her home in Yuma, Arizona, and her ranch in the mountains of Prescott. Claire has three dogs, eight horses, and a miniature mule!
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Book Title: Race Against Time by Claire Eckard
Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 192 pages
Genre: Creative Non-Fiction
Publisher: Cedar Fort Press
Release date: Jan 10, 2023
Content Rating: G for all readers
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This sounds like a wonderful story and a great one to have in a school or public library. Great review, Gina.
Thanks, Carla!