This was a surprising book. The cover makes one think it will a be a cute book about a mischievous pony. And the pony, Dirt, is definitely mischievous. But the book is more about Yonder and the bond she makes with Dirt.
Yonder's life is kind of a mess. Since her mother's death her father has become an alcoholic and is really not taking care of her. Yonder has quit speaking and is getting bullied at school. When Dirt wanders over from a neighbor's house Yonder becomes attached to him. Eventually, when she learns that he owner might sell Dirt for horse meat, Yonder brings Dirt into her house. She has also quit going to school. Her dad doesn't notice but social services does.
Yonder is taken to foster care, Dirt runs off, and then her dad has a stroke. Can Yonder find Dirt and get back the one thing that has been good for her?
More heart than I thought...
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