
"The Monday Horses" tells the story of Cass, whose cherished pony, Toby, suffers a severe injury. This painful event introduces her to the dedicated community at Foxfire stables, where Toby recuperates. As Cass becomes immersed in the world of horse training and competitive shows, she forms strong friendships and develops her own skills. However, the book also offers a candid look at the darker side of the sport, exposing the greed and corruption that can exist alongside the passion and dedication. It's a compelling narrative about growing up, facing harsh realities, and finding your place in a complex world.
Cass would always recall with pain and and horror the day that Toby, her beloved horse, stepped on a broken bottle. But that day also brought the beginning of Cass’s friendship with Connie and Steve and the others at Foxfire, the stables where Toby was cared for during the long weeks of his recuperation. Cass came to know the joys of training and grooming horses and then competing with them in shows across the country. But she also experienced some rude awakenings. This no-holds-barred story tells not only of the dedicated horse lovers who struggle to make horse training an honest and exciting profession, but reveals the greed and corruption that have become part and parcel of the world of horse competition. *The Monday Horses* is a compelling story, an authentic behind-the-scenes glimpse of one of America’s most glamorous sports.