"Pie in the Sky" by Jane Smiley revolves around the life of a multi-generational farming family as they navigate the complexities of agricultural life and personal relationships. The story follows the dynamic between the central character, a farm owner, and the various people connected to the land, including family members and workers. As they face challenges such as changing markets, environmental issues, and personal aspirations, the narrative delves into themes of love, loss, and resilience. With Smiley's rich character development and vivid descriptions, the novel captures the essence of rural life and the enduring spirit of those who cultivate it. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Horse Of Oak Valley Ranch .

This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.

There are 257 pages in this book. This book was published in 2012 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers .

Jane Smiley was born in Los Angeles and grew up in St Louis, Missouri. In 1992 she won the Pulitzer Prize for A Thousand Acres, for which she also won the National Book Critics' Circle Award. Her books about Abby and her horses are her first for children. Star Horse is the fourth in the series.