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Synopsis
Set against the colorful and magical backdrop of Ireland, The Grey Horse chronicles a time when the Irish people suffered under harsh English overlords who sought to destroy their culture and way of life. Into the Irish town of Carraroe, a magnificent, completely grey stallion appears. The horse brings with him the promise of better times and magical happenings, for he is actually the shape-shifted form of Ruairi MacEibhir, journeyed to such a time of danger in order to win the hand of the woman he loves.
Is The grey horse appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Set during English oppression of Ireland, this fantasy involves a shapeshifter who becomes a horse to protect his people and win his love. Expect moderate cultural violence and themes of colonization, but no graphic content or sexuality.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include colonization, cultural erasure, and political violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the magical shapeshifting hero and the blend of Irish folklore with historical struggle against oppression.