Jade's Summer of Horses — Amy Brown

Just when Jade has found pony heaven for her old horse Pip, a ruthless developer promises to destroy the idyllic seaside riding school
Jade's summer is not looking too good. She needs to find a new home for Pip, her beautiful old mare, and is resigned to schooling troublesome taniwha. then she gets some good news. Becca's Aunt Flora, who has a riding school by the beach at Ocean Bay, is looking for a bombproof beginner's mount - namely, Pip! Better still, would Jade like to spend a few weeks helping out around the school and learning about endurance riding? Of course. to Jade, Samudra Riding School is heaven. Unfortunately, a property developer thinks so, too, and is determined to build luxury beach houses on the horses' land. Jade must find a way to save perfect Pip's new home.Ages: 8-12