Born That Way

by Susan Ketchen

Ketchen, Susan

Genres: Horses

176 pages, Paperback

First published April 15, 2009

About the author

Susan Ketchen is the author of the Born That Way Series. The books follow 14-year old Sylvia who has the genetic condition Turner Sydrome and, as if that is not enough, she is also a horse nut.

Susan lives on a small hobby farm with her husband, two cats, two horses and a flock of geriatric chickens. She has pursued a broad range of careers and interests, and enjoys her current focus on writing and riding and threatening the chickens with replacements if they don't increase the egg production.

Reviews

[Boyko Ovcharov]

I was really intrigued with this lovely book about natural as well as social human life. The style is enjoyable and exciting. The narrative is quite informative, if not educational, in a positive way both for teenagers and their parents.
Furthermore, the inspirational side of the plot is not to be underestimated. The messages are clearly interwoven into the storyline, either explicitly or in an implied way.
Overall, the pursuit of one's dreams despite all odds has always been a 'hot' topic for most people, regardless of time and place.
I sincerely recommend this book to people who like intellectual adventures and emotional travels.

[Lesley A.]

Born That Way (2009) by Susan Ketchen is an engaging story about a young girl who desperately wants a horse but must tackle a physical challenge, bullies at school and parents who just don't get it. Book 1 in a series of 4.

[Margaret Mikus]

Compelling characters and relationships

Unique point of view and moving story which kept me reading into the night. Thoroughly enjoyed all of it. For young and mature adults. You will want to know what happens next.

[Christine Meunier]

Sylvia has a lot to deal with, what with her horse obsession, non horsey parents and the feeling that something isn't quite right.

Review at http://equus-blog.com/born-that-way-b...

[Clodagh]

Boring

[Kayla]

I didnt like this book.