The Black Stallion's Steeplechaser
Grade 4-7?In the latest saga involving the Black Stallion's offspring, a roguish young horse, appropriately named Storm, gives Alec Ramsey and his friend and trainer, Henry, a lot of headaches at Hopeful Farm. Henry is convinced that this animal is not worth any more of their time, but Alec believes that behind that feisty and unpredictable temperament is a talented, perhaps great horse worthy of his sire. With the help of Creo, a talented young rider whom Alec befriends, Storm proves that he is a champion as a steeplechaser and gains Henry's approval. For those who love the "Black Stallion" series, this will be a chance to meet one more of his progeny. Storm is the kind of problem horse whose antics enliven a story. However, the predictable plot and stock characters do not live up to the spirit of this four-footed protagonist and may interest only diehard fans.?Carol Schene, Taunton Public Schools, MACopyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.