From the Bookshelf of UC Berkeley : Bookworms…

[close] Ariel’s Journey and The Ice Horse Adventures, is a new book series targeted for girls between 9-12 year olds that combines fantasy, friendship, adventure and a love of horses. But, this is not just another “horse” book. It’s about the rare Icelandic Horse breed and the distinctive qualities they possess. And, it’s not just another fantasy book. Imagine being transported back in time 800 years to 1200 A.D. Iceland by the magical powers of the Ice Horses…

Five very different young women are sent to the woods to learn about friendship, teamwork and Icelandic horses. But this summer camping trip sends the girls on an adventure they never imagined. These Ice Horses are no ordinary horses and their power is soon revealed as they carry their young riders centuries into the past to save the village of their ancestors.

Uncovering amazing abilities, the girls and their horses work together to challenge a ruthless enemy, rescue a young princess, and realize their destinies, including a prophecy only they can fulfill.