The Horse Dancer Author:Jojo Moyes Only the most talented horsemen are allowed into France's elite academy, Le Cadre Noir, a place where horses apparently defy gravity. This is Henri Lachapelle's fate, until he meets Florence, and life takes an unexpected turn. Almost fifty years later, in a hidden corner of London, he is reshaping the future for his beloved teenage granddaughter... more » - teaching her and her horse to dance as he once did. Until disaster strikes and Sarah, at fourteen, is left to fend for herself.
Natasha Macauley is a lawyer who specialises in protecting children. Forced to share a house with the husband she is divorcing, her professional judgement called into question, she meets Sarah, troubled and alone, and sees a chance to put things right.« less
This was just a fabulous read! Great story, very poignant and ultimately uplifting. Wonderful characterizations. At times I had to put the book down because it was so poignant, and then other times, NOTHING could make me put the book down! In other words, I was absolutely captivated by this book from the first page. I have read many of this author's works and this is far and away my favourite!
It was a little difficult to get into because there was so much going on. It covers a lot of territory as far as issues and what's important. It was full of surprises and emotions. None of the characters are perfect and not always likable but it is a satisfying read in the end.