Author:Dick King-Smith
Captain, Ladybird and Herbert - two Shire horses and a Suffolk Punch - are not pleased when Jenny, a retired seaside donkey, arrives at the Old Horses' Home. It's supposed to be a home for horses, and they don't want to share their field with a common little donkey.
Then rustlers are spotted in the area: thieves who like nothing better than to steal horses and ship them abroad - to be made into horse pie! Can Jenny and her friends save the huge heavy horses?
An endearing animal story . . . Language is well used in this book, which is accessible without ever condescending to the new reader
—— Mail on SundayThe story has everything to delight readers in the 5-9 age range. The large print is clear and inviting, the illustrations plentiful and sympathetic and there is a happy ending. Perfect for bedtime reading
—— Junior BookshelfA well-written, warmly sensitive and entertaining tale with a lovely ending. Destined to become a firm favourite
—— Books for KeepsAn excellent book that thoroughly deserves a place in every early years setting
—— Early Years Educator