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1/ ORA Founders Herb Towers, Roy Ionson and George Hewitt
2/ George Hewitt and Alex Dunseith.
3/ Joan and Roy Ionson 4/ Joe Scully and Lori Luxton
5/ Dana Cronin, ORA 2011 Queen
6/ Brynn Cloes and Sklar Anderson
Photos by The Rider Pegasus, a novel
By Marilyn Holdsworth published in 2011 by Author House. 175 pgs, softcover Review by Kelly Bowers. In her book, Pegasus, Mar- ilyn Holdsworth shines light on the issues of animal abuse and exploitation and champions the cause of wild horse and mustang rescue. The story revolves around Hannah, a young wid- owed journalist dedicated to
This is made possible only by the alliance with her new love interest, the equally com- mitted Win. The two meet accidentally, but it seems more like fate as the pair join forces. Their quest leads them deep into a web of black marketeering and international intrigue, all the while falling in love. The romantic side story between Hannah and Win is not shallow, momentary or simply lust-filled. It seems to have depth, sub- stance and maybe a future, which makes him even more desirable - and he loves horses. My only criticism is
saving wild mustangs from slaughter. After rescuing a severely injured horse at a bogus BLM compound in Neva- da, she searches to discover the mysterious animal’s true identi- ty and fights to save his life.
Nearly all great books have elements in common that make them stick with you after- wards. Pegasus has many of these, the most notable being “the battle between good and evil”. The story of these horse lovers and horse killers fits the bill precisely.
Holdsworth abruptly begins this tale by dropping you in the mind of a slimy truck
that after this book, all men, real and fictional, pale in comparison to Win which could make it difficult for a girl to ever find “Mr. Right”.
driver named Buddy Winters, the kind of
character who makes you feel like you should shower after living with his
evil. The old man was a respect- ed racing icon, but when the elder Rossi passed away, the reins controlling money and power were taken by his son, who’s integrity and moral stan- dards are set at a much lower rail. Holdsworth writes in a style that pits you with our
heros against the easy to despise villains, and don’t we all love to hate a great villain.
The author has created great characters, an captivating storyline and included enough horses to keep the pages turn- ing. The plot twists and turns, leading readers into the worlds
of horse racing, mustang rescue, equine rehab, shady internation- al business deals, and horse slaughter. As such, I highly rec- ommend Pegasus as an enjoy- able and satisfying read on a snowy weekend this winter and as a great Christmas gift idea.
It is now within your reach to ride in comfort all year long, in the
clear & bright environment of the MegaDome.
enough to the author’s heart, that she uses this story to cham- pion them. He is knee deep in a cruel, dirty, and heartless busi- ness and Buddy is the perfect guy for the job.
thoughts for a even a few pages. It is not a sweet, gentle or kind intro- duction, but neither are the subjects close
Cooler in summer, warmer in winter compared to outdoor riding, you and your horse will appreciate the hushed atmosphere of the fabric
covered MegaDome
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If you are of the belief that good cannot exist without evil, the devil himself may be Vin- cent Rossi - a necessary charac- ter who lives only so that people like Hannah and Win do as well. Vince’s father, Dominic was not
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