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From the author of Freak the Mighty, a stirring tale of an orphan boy with a frightening secret...Joe Dilly has a secret way with horses--and with ... read full description

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Mar 15, 2011
Josiah rated it: 3 of 5 stars
"But the thing is, you never really know what's going to happen next. Because anything can happen. Good things, bad things. And scary, crazy things, when the world starts going all to pieces just when you least expect it."

The Fire Pony, pp. 90-91

Fire. It's the driving force behind everything about Roy's older brother, Joe Dilly, who has taken Roy on a clandestine trip across the U.S. to find a safe haven where the two brothers can find peace from the au More...
Sep 08, 2011
Melissa rated it: 4 of 5 stars
I think this is one of those books that explores the tougher things in life for a child. Surely it isn't a heartwarming book and since it is geared at children, its surprising the amount of depth that it covers.

After living in foster care for awhile, Roy is sprung out of the place by his half brother Joe. Together they travel from place to place without ever staying long because of Joe's penchant for getting into trouble. But Roy doesn't mind, at least he's wanted by someone. They find More...
Feb 25, 2010
Danielle rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Very Good book about to brothers one older and one younger.
Who only have each other but move from place to place so his younger brother doesnt have to go to the orphange at the age of around 14.
This is a wonderful ranch book! I suggest it for anyone who likes books.
Jun 12, 2009
Opal rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I kind of liked this book, though i am not really into horses that much but if you do you should try it!!Really nice!!
Oct 22, 2009
Mannar rated it: 3 of 5 stars
This book is cool. Roy lost his brother for saving him. That part was really sad.
Sep 30, 2011
Tatra rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I actually really like this author and this is a neat book.
Apr 21, 2011
Nicholas rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This was a good hillbilly book. Lol

Oct 10, 2010
Nancy rated it: 5 of 5 stars
I loved this book!
May 10, 2009
Justin rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Not too bad.
Oct 18, 2008
made me cry....very very rare. lol
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Oct 14, 2008
Taylor rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Interesting look at barn burning.
Feb 09, 2012
Alexander rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Feb 09, 2012
Chelsea rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Feb 08, 2012
Helen rated it: 2 of 5 stars
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Jan 01, 2012
Alimac rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Dec 30, 2011
Brandi rated it: 2 of 5 stars
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Dec 28, 2011
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Dec 25, 2011
Kim rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Dec 20, 2011
Christina rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Dec 11, 2011
Tiffany marked it as to-read
Dec 08, 2011
Megan rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Dec 06, 2011
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Nov 07, 2011
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Oct 31, 2011
Lauren rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Oct 24, 2011
P rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Oct 16, 2011
Muhammad marked it as to-read