Orphaned Roo Thorn feels like the unluckiest girl in the world. Until she discovers a letter. A letter which urges her to 'Grab life by the wings and fly.'

With the help of her aunt, Joni, Roo sets out to buy her dream horse - a fiery showjumper named Wonder Boy.

Then Wonder vanishes without a trace.

Determined to save him, Roo and Joni investigate his disappearance. But as the mystery deepens and more prize horses are stolen, the pair find themselves drawn into a thrilling - but dangerous - adventure . . .

How far will they go, and what will they risk, to find Wonder?

Lauren St John grew up surrounded by horses, cats, dogs, horses and a pet giraffe on a farm and game reserve in Zimbabwe. She is a passionate conservationist and the author of many award-winning books for children.

Number of pages: 368
Reading age guide: 8 to 12 years
Publication date: 7th September 2023
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 9780571376162
Format: Paperback

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