Overview
Set in 1960s England, the series follows Jill Crewe, a determined young equestrian whose life transforms after moving to her stepfather’s Scottish highland estate. Passionate about ponies and riding, Jill grows through each story—from secretarial college to cross-country jumps, dressage, showjumping abroad, and even reconnecting with her father—while exploring themes of ambition, friendship, and independence
Standout Titles
- Jill Rides Cross‑Country (Book 1)
Jill moves to a castle estate with stables and a cross‑country course, determined to prove herself not just as a secretary but as a rider. - Jill Has Two Horses (Book 2)
Now with Balius and her childhood pony, Jill trains and competes while beginning work as a secretary in Cornwall. - Jill Goes Pony Trekking (Book 3)
On Dartmoor, Jill embarks on a trekking adventure, where she navigates new friendships and unexpected drama. - Jill and the Steeplechaser (Book 4)
Returning to her childhood backyard, Jill faces the excitement of steeplechasing and tackles moral dilemmas around hunting and competition. - Jill Dreams of a Dressage Horse (Book 5)
After dressage training in Germany, Jill aspires to compete in the Olympics while balancing barn life and new responsibilities. - Jill and the Horsemasters (Book 6)
Jill secures a dressage horse, writes for Horse & Hound, and enrolls in elite training at Porlock Vale, balancing journalism with high-level riding . - Jill and the Prize Winners (Book 10)
She helps oversee a competition for riders vying for a weekend at the Spanish Riding School—while navigating unexpected drama among participants. - Jill and the Wild Horses (Book 11)
Jill travels to Australia, reunites with her real father, and embarks on a thrilling rescue of a wild mare in the Snowy Mountains.
Series Highlights
- Rich equestrian detail: Covers cross-country, dressage, showjumping, steeplechasing, and pony trekking.
- Strong historical setting: Embraces 1960s post-war British life with cultural context.
- Growth & agency: Jill matures from studious teen to confident rider, writer, and independent thinker.
- Classic ponybook charm: Warm characters, equine passion, and evolving adventures with humor and heart.
- Geographic expansion: From rural England to Cornwall, Dartmoor, Scotland, Germany, and Australia.
Ideal for pony-loving teens and nostalgic adults alike, the Jill series weaves together riding ambition, personal growth, and cross‑country adventure—continuing the legacy of a beloved equestrian heroine.
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