Dante of the Maury River

Dante's Inferno, a thoroughbred with a prestigious lineage, faces a challenging start to life and a disappointing career as a racehorse. After failing to meet expectations, he finds himself at a unique rescue facility where rehabilitating prisoners care for horses. This heartwarming story follows Dante's journey of healing, learning to trust, and discovering a new identity as an event show horse. It's a powerful narrative about second chances, resilience, and the transformative bond between humans and animals, suitable for children aged 4-11, offering rich themes for discussion.

When Dante's Inferno is born early on a February night, there are already great expectations for him. He may be the grandson of the greatest racehorse in modern times, but Dante's start proves a rough one, both in life and on the track. When Dante fails as a racehorse, he ends up at a Thoroughbred rescue facility run by rehabilitating prisoners before being adopted as a project horse at the Maury River Stables.