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Dark Harmony: A Vivienne Taylor Horse Lover's Mystery (Fairmont Riding Academy Book 2)

Dark Harmony: A Vivienne Taylor Horse Lover's Mystery (Fairmont Riding Academy Book 2)

Published in
2014
4.10
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Description

Book 2 in the Fairmont Riding Academy seriesAs seventeen-year-old Vivienne Taylor returns to Fairmont Riding Academy for the second semester, she just wants to get past the drama that dominated her first months at the school.Reunited with her beloved horse, Harmony, Vivvie vows to focus on riding, particularly with the announcement that a select group of students will be chosen to compete at a Three Day Event in Kentucky, with access to world class coaches afterwards. Making the team is exactly what Vivvie needs to get to the next level. Yet she's hardly back before her talent for reading the animals' minds gives her a slew of troubling insights, not the least of which is that certain horses seem to be walling themselves off from her. The horses make her increasingly suspicious of everything from new student Joel's actions to her boyfriend's troubled past. But it's not until someone incredibly close to Vivvie goes missing that she realizes she must seek out the truth no matter the risks.As Vivvie trains for the hyper-competitive Three Day Event, she must not only solve the mysteries around her and tune into the horses she loves so much, but she must listen to her own heart, too.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
proficient
Length
384 pages
Book in series
#2

Why to read

  • Engaging Mystery: 'Dark Harmony' offers readers an intriguing and suspenseful mystery that revolves around the equestrian world, providing a captivating storyline that keeps you guessing until the very end.
  • Equestrian Setting: For horse enthusiasts and those interested in the competitive world of horse riding, this book provides an immersive experience into the life at an elite riding academy, with accurate depictions of horse care, training, and riding competitions.
  • Character Development: The protagonist, Vivienne Taylor, is a relatable and strong character whose personal growth and determination to solve the mystery will resonate with readers, especially young adults navigating their own challenges.
  • Series Continuity: As the second book in the Fairmont Riding Academy series, 'Dark Harmony' allows readers to further explore the relationships and overarching plot developed in the first book, while also being accessible to new readers who can jump right into the series with this installment.