Fallen Star (Thoroughbred Series #43)

Fallen Star (Thoroughbred Series #43) by Campbell, Joanna. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780061058745.

While visiting a track in New York, Christina Reese meets Cindy Blake, the well-known jockey and long-lost member of the Whitebrook family. Cindy has been plagued with shoulder problems throughout her racing career, and Christina is thrilled when her newly found relative aceepts an invitation to come to Whitebrook to rest and heal. But Cindy isnt the mentor Christina hoped shed be. Bitter about racing, Cindy offers Christina little encouragement or inspiration. Christinas disappointment, however, is soon overshadowed when her beloved horse, Star, falls sick with a deadly virus. Yet to her surprise, she isnt the only one willing to fight for Stars life. Cindy is there, too, helping her nurse her beloved colt. Looking beyond her dreams, Christina wouldnt mind if Star never raced again--she just wants him to live!