The Gift Horse
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When Meredith's husband surprises her with a horse for her 42nd birthday, her world is turned upside down. She learns how to stick up for herself and her priorities shift from mother to independent woman. But her new life as an equestrian leads her to neglect her family when they need her most.
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This is a novel I wrote a few years ago. It needs to be fixed up. I would love some feedback on the ending.
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