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kate_loves_books_n_yarn's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
allie79813's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
busyreading's review
5.0
India Kilhampton has always dreamed of breeding a Melbourne Cup winner. To achieve this she needs a stud master so she advertises for one. Jim Mawgan answers the ad and it seems Jim is exactly who India needs.
Once Jim arrives at Helligen Stud in the Hunter Valley he seems to settle into his task rather quickly, but unbeknownst to India he has his own secret that he intends to keep to himself. Wanting to accomplish his father's dying wish may come at a cost and could it destroy India's lifelong dream?
The Horse Thief is a remarkable story which I found really hard to put down. The descriptions throughout this story are amazing. If you enjoy reading historical fiction, then make sure you read this book. I absolutely LOVED this book and I have no hesitation in recommending it HIGHLY.
Once Jim arrives at Helligen Stud in the Hunter Valley he seems to settle into his task rather quickly, but unbeknownst to India he has his own secret that he intends to keep to himself. Wanting to accomplish his father's dying wish may come at a cost and could it destroy India's lifelong dream?
The Horse Thief is a remarkable story which I found really hard to put down. The descriptions throughout this story are amazing. If you enjoy reading historical fiction, then make sure you read this book. I absolutely LOVED this book and I have no hesitation in recommending it HIGHLY.
greerd's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
A fine entertaining read without being outstanding. The horse details were not too ridiculous (apart from taking the 1866 Melbourne Cup away from The Barb). The romance was far too quick and some of the character motivations seemed repetitive and/or contradictory.
But I did get invested in the family secrets and India's determination to run a successful Thoroughbred stud, so the plotting was solid enough.
But I did get invested in the family secrets and India's determination to run a successful Thoroughbred stud, so the plotting was solid enough.
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