Wild Girl by Patricia Reilly Giff is a heartfelt middle-grade novel about Lidie, a 12-year-old girl who moves from Brazil to the United States to reunite with her father and brother, whom she hasn’t seen in years. Adjusting to life in a new country is challenging—she struggles with language barriers, loneliness, and the pressure to meet her family’s expectations. However, she finds comfort and connection in Wild Girl, a spirited young horse at her father’s racing stable. As Lidie and Wild Girl form a bond, they both learn to trust, adapt, and find their place in a new world. This touching story explores themes of immigration, resilience, and the healing power of horses.
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