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This is actually the second time I've read the book and I still have trouble. I find myself re-reading sections at a time. Am I missing something? Is there a good source for some of the language?

Laurie Reilly I have no answers for you, but I feel the same way. I'm currently reading this and know nothing about horses or horse racing. I think that's part of m…moreI have no answers for you, but I feel the same way. I'm currently reading this and know nothing about horses or horse racing. I think that's part of my difficulty. In addition, some of the characters speak in a southern manner that I'm also not used to. That makes it hard to follow as well. Sometimes, while reading this book, I feel like I'm reading a language that is not quite English. Anyway, I'm attempted to get through it since it IS an award winning book. We'll see...(less)

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