At Wildwood Stables, Taylor's world shifts when her friend Daphne — a standout rider — leaves for rival Ross River Ranch. Daphne's opportunity raises the stakes for the team and forces Taylor to reconsider what keeps a place feeling like home.

Taking the Leap follows Taylor through riding scenes and barn-life moments as she navigates friendship, rivalry and personal growth. The narrative blends competition on the course with quiet, character-focused scenes about loyalty and belonging.

Suited to middle-grade readers and young equestrian fans, the book's brisk pace and relatable emotions make it a good choice for classroom reading, book groups, or readers who enjoy horse-centered fiction.

• Themes: friendship, competition, belonging
• Setting: Wildwood Stables and Ross River Ranch
• Audience: middle-grade / ages 8–12

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