Seventeen-year-old Flint Pierce, while riding fence for the Flying L Ranch, experiences a life-threatening encounter with a magnificent wild stallion the Indians call Toquop, so named for his smoky color. The legendary Toquop steals a high priced mare from a horse breeder's granddaughter, Laura, who seeks Flint's help in recovering her prized mare. Flint's quest leads him to a grisly discovery, while Laura fights to save a weak and wounded cold from a hungry predator. Flint has a violent encounter and learns that Toquop's existence is in danger. In the ensuing race to reach the stallion first, Flint faces a difficult decision - return with his prize or help and enemy in need...
It's a wonderful story, and presented in a high quality 'trade paperback' format, but my eyes just won't focus on normal print anymore. I need to wait until I get home next month and have the grandkids read it to me. Then we'll all enjoy it.