The Three Sisters Farm series by Genevieve McKay is a heartfelt middle-grade equestrian collection set in rural Canada, exploring family, belonging, and the healing power of horses.
Book 1: Everyday Horses
Serafina “Fina” and her siblings leave their simple, homestead life when their mother suffers mental illness. They’re sent to live with grandparents at Three Sisters Farm, filled with draft horses and strict routines. Fina, attached to her horse Beatrice, struggles with the transition while making new friends—and learning that home can be found in unexpected places.
Book 2: Odd One Out
Fina befriends Kira, a rider with autism who connects with a challenging project horse. Their deepening partnership and understanding highlight themes of acceptance and stepping out of comfort zones. Kira and Lena (another stable hand) find strength in teamwork against pressures and family troubles, showing that finding your place sometimes means leaning on others.
Book 3: Casting Shadows
Sidney works to support her aging dressage horse, Oriel, as she earns living space and navigates unexpected responsibilities. At the same time, Alice, a former privileged rider struck by illness, copes with a major loss. Their intertwined stories explore healing, resilience, and how caring for a horse can help mend both body and spirit.
Book 4: Touch the Sky (forthcoming, expected 2025)
While details are limited, this upcoming installment continues to follow the evolving riders at Three Sisters Farm, promising more equine-centered growth and emotional journeys.
Series Highlights:
- Emotional depth: Tackles mental illness, autism, illness, and grief through the eyes of empathetic young riders.
- Equestrian authenticity: Features draft horses, dressage, project horses, and stable life with realistic care and riding details.
- Themes of belonging & growth: Characters learn that family, friendship, and acceptance sometimes come from unexpected communities.
- Accessible storytelling: Written for ages 9–12, it blends warm prose with heartfelt illustration of horses’ therapeutic role.
Ideal for readers who love horses and emotional stories, the Three Sisters Farm series blends barn life with real-world struggles, showing how both humans and horses can heal and grow—together.
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