The Missing Pony Pal

Pony Pals #16

by Jeanne Betancourt

After suffering an accident with her horse, Snow White, during practice, Lulu becomes too scared to get in the saddle again and considers leaving the Pony Pals. Original.

Genres: Horses, Childrens, Animals, Fiction, Contemporary, Young Readers, Novels

84 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1997

About the author

When I was growing up I never thought of being an author. I was a terrible speller and didn't want to write any more than I had to. I wanted to be a tap dancer when I grew up. After a few years of teaching junior high and high school, I wrote my first novel. It was a surprise to discover that I liked making up stories and writing them down. I liked it so much that eventually I stopped teaching and became a fulltime writer.

Besides novels for children and young adults, I've also told stories by writing scripts for television and the movies.

I live on the top floor of a sixteen-story building near the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. From my apartment I have a view of Manhattan that includes the Empire State Building and the Plaza Hotel. In my free time I draw, paint, and read. I still love to dance.

Some people think that a writer's life is lonely. But when I'm writing a story I don't feel lonely because I am actively involved with lots of interesting people – the characters in my books. I love knowing that some day readers will get to know these characters, too. If you are one of my readers I hope you have as much enjoyment in reading my stories as I have writing them.

Reviews

[Samantha · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an interesting story, with one of the Pony Pals becoming scared of riding. Lulu's fear was understandable, and I have to say this was one of the more enjoyable (not sure if that's the right word) Pony Pal books in terms of Lulu's emotions, as it felt a little more in-depth than much of the rest of the series. Also, while I knew how the book had to end, I was a little more invested in this one than some of the others, since it was such an internal struggle with big consequences.

[MALNG]

Small chapter books. Fun. Horses

[Katie Moller]

Its a series about friends that go out on adventures with their horses.

This series was my favorite as a kid and my parents used to read it to me before bed. I think the most important part of this book is not actually the content but what it means to me now. As we grow older everything changes and people make mistakes and sometimes the damage can't be reversed... but when I look back at this, although I think of happiness, I also think of innocence and how much easier it was being blind to the truths of this world. Some people are too excited to grow up, but in all honestly it was easier when parents kept closed doors and whispers, before you were old enough to understand and be responsible and you couldn't know because you wouldn't understand anyway... I miss those days.

[Meredith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was not my favorite of this series. I didn't like it, because I could seriously relate to Anna's plight. I never owned a pony, but I have been in situations where my actions have caused others harm. Only, Anna is far braver than me, as she faced her issue, but I ran away time and time again. Finally after 30 some years, like Anna I'm finally managing to face my issues so I can get back on the horse, so to speak. I'm very grateful for this book, and I can't wait to find the next book in the series.

[Alisha Brook · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pony Pals was one of my favourite "horsey" series growing up. Jeanne Betancourt has a writing skill that makes the books easy to read and interesting. I read many of the series and I was enthralled with each new story.

[Ali · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Lulu fell off her pony she didn't ride again because she was to scared.
So Pam and Anna tried to convince her to ride again. Will they succeed?

Will Lulu get the coriuge to get back on her pony?
You only have to read the book.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book and enjoyed reading it very much!

[Alexandra Lindner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the series!!

[Janice · Rating 5 out of 5]

Accelerated Reading Level 3.3, AR Points 1.0

I really like these books, besides being interesting they also teach good character values.

[Kate Matson · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I was younger, I loved horses! I read lots of these books and really enjoyed them. Of course, it's been a long time since I've read these, but I can assure you they are worth reading.

[Beth · Rating 2 out of 5]

Okay, a girl falls off, and doesn't want to get back on, I wouldn't either.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

read them all

[Anna]

Recommend all books in series.