Sophie and Joe decide to send their old and failing horse, Shadrach, to a dog food factory but lie about to their children Hannah, Mikey and Sky. In their small town the secret is not kept for long and Hannah instigates a rescue mission. The children rescue Shadrach, creating chaos in their wake. Shadrach dies after the rescue but is surrounded by the children. The family and friends conduct a memorial service for Shadrach, thereby acknowledging the strength of the children's bond with him. Sophie tries to persuade the children to get a new horse, but as Mikey says "If one of us died and people said you should adopt a new child ...". The story ends on a happy note, with the promise of Shadrach's foal. Followed by sequels Gladly, here I come and Shadrach girl.
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