Many thanks to NetGalley and Gallery Books Scout Press for gifting me a digital ARC of the amazing debut novel by Susan Mihalic. 5 stars for a tough to read but absolutely must read book!
Roan Montgomery was born and raised to become an Olympic equestrian, following in her grandfather's and father's footsteps. Monty, her dad, controls every part of Roan's world from her school schedule to chores to coaching, riding and even the most personal aspects of her life. But her father's attention has long veered towards the horribly inappropriate. Her mom drinks to escape their home life and ignores Roan when she tries to confide in her. Roan is trapped with no escape if she wants to continue her dreams of competing. When she starts developing feelings for a boy at school, Will, she starts seeing that there could be a different path for her.
This book deserves all the wonderful hype it is receiving and I can't wait to read more from this author. Even though it is a dark and troubling story, it is so beautifully written that you will not be able to look away. This book will make you FEEL so much - fear, anger, disgust, suspense, hope. It is a painful coming of age story fueled with such well-developed characters and a storyline set in an environment that will transport you. You will be rooting for Roan long after you turn the last page.
Highly recommended!
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