{"product_id":"9780008124373","title":"The Girl Who Rode the Wind","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn epic, emotional story of two girls and their bond with beloved horses, the action sweeping between Italy during the Second World War and present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Lola’s grandmother Loretta takes her to Siena, Italy, for the summer, Lola learns of her family’s history of heartbreak and adventure, stretching back to the Second World War. In 1945, Loretta’s nickname was ‘The Daredevil’ due to her fearless competing in the town’s famous Palio horse races – until war broke out and led to sadness and loss for Loretta.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLola jumps at the chance to enter the modern-day Palio on a beautiful horse called Nico – can she win, in honour of her beloved grandmother? And solve a mystery that will bring happiness and hope to Loretta?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe award-winning The Girl Who Rode the Wind by Stacy Gregg is a historical, equestrian fiction that has been long-listed for its captivating narrative. Set in Europe during the Second World War, this top-rated children's book is a must-read for kids and juvenile readers who love animals and sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Jessica Burkhart (Home for Christmas), Elaine Heney (The Adventure Horse), Hannah George (If You Meet a Dinosaur), Katrina Kahler (GIRL GANG), and Robin Stevens (Death Sets Sail).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stacy Gregg, Read by Caitlin Thorburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46889214738581,"sku":"9780008124373","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008124373_f2360e08-f182-4d09-81be-4e6d872da952.jpg?v=1776888172","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008124373","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}