"True Blue" by Elaine Clayton is a heartwarming story centered around themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery. The narrative follows a young girl named Hannah who struggles to fit in, facing challenges that test her resilience and spirit. As she navigates the complexities of adolescence, she encounters a loyal friend who helps her learn the importance of being true to oneself. Through poignant moments and vivid illustrations, the story explores the transformative power of connection and authenticity, ultimately revealing that embracing one's uniqueness can lead to profound joy and acceptance. [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 297 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 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.