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Favored to Win

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What an enjoyable book! After finishing the book, I found myself missing the characters. I so enjoyed the mystery of the main character Dawn and the reactions of Randy, the veterinarian, to her hidden and guarded past. The fatherly figure and master horseman Ben made you believe he could pick and train a winning horse every time, but knew he could not control the destiny of himself or his horses. I found myself identifying with the crude but clowning Tom, including the emotional person that was hidden within. MaryAnn Meyers is such a skilled writer, that she included personality traits in the horses. The confident Beau, the wild and winning All Together (don't think I just gave away the plot)and the cranky Shadow Pines. Although I find myself wishing for a sequel, I'll settle for picking up another MaryAnn Meyers book, starting a fire in the fireplace and settling down for another good read.

I read MaryAnn Myers first two books: "Call Me Lydia" and "Mapledale" which I thoroughly enjoyed, so I waited with anticipation for the next. "Favored to Win" is wonderful. It holds your attention from the first page to the final line. The author has a real feel for horses and the world of horse racing. Her characters are real---you feel like you know them personally. The story has love, humor and intrigue. I highly recommend it and can't wait to read her next book.

Bravo! Another book that you just can't put down. Situations that will make you laugh, touching moments that bring a tear to your eye and an education on the behind the scenes of thoroughbred horse racing tossed in. An intriguing tale of a young woman that finds a new way in life quite different than that of her upbringing or mysterious past. The cast of characters leading you through the world of racing are all quite believable. In fact, I began to imagine what actors would play what roles if this was a movie - I think Wilford Brimley would make a great "Ben" - the gentle trainer and guiding mentor throughout the story. This is the third book by this author that I've read and I've enjoyed each one. I look forward to the next one with great anticipation - I finally found an author that writes the kind of books I like to read.

I was very anxious to read FAVORED TO WIN after meeting MaryAnn Myers at a book signing in Parkersburg, WV. Not being familiar with horses, I might have been reluctant to purchase the book had I not met Ms. Myers. She is as personable as the characters she creates in this book. Not only did I learn about horses and what goes on behind the scenes, but the book was about believable characters with very exciting, interesting storylines. If you are a horse lover or just love a "great read", you'll love this book! Am adding MaryAnn Myers to my list of favorite authors. :)

I had the pleasure to meet Ms. Meyers at a book signing in New Philadelphia, Ohio last year. She is an amazing woman to talk to you. Having read 2 of her books - I am now pleased to add her to my favorite authors. Favored to Win took me into the "backside" of racing - into a world I didn't know existed. Brilliantly thought out characters that came to life from the first page. You can see the race, feel the rain, and smell the horses. A total sensory overload.

What a fabulous story of the many aspects of a young woman's life. With a setting in the thoroughbred racing world the characters come to life and keep you reading until the book is finished. It is exciting, touching, thrilling and romantic all in one story. Highly recommended for horselovers and people interested in facing what life dishes out to us in different ways. From tears to laughter this book is a must read. Tissues may be needed!

My name is Hedy Kramar and I live in Cleveland, just think,very near the author in Chesterland. I love horses and I saw this book and it reminded me of my sisters and I growing up and the love we have for riding, and caring forand horses. I saw the picture and immediately caught my eye and I had to have this book. The author immediately familiarizes you with the characters and I think I know them. Not really, but I feel like I do. I could not put the book down. The characters exhibit warmth and love and you can almost feel the horses breathing and the excitement of the race. I recommend this book as a true "Favored to Win" fame to this author. My congratulation to her. Now, I shall look up Mary Ann Myers' other novels and pick up one of them.

Having spent many years on the track, training horses, I found this to be an enjoyable and realistic tale of the track. It brought back memories.

After reading this I went back and got more from this author. I couldn't put this down. I have had horses all my life, so this book was very well written and you know she knew her stuff. Really recommend to all horse lovers!

I just read Favored to Win, and wish she would make a sequel to the book. Being a horsewoman myself, I identified with all the characters and feel that I know them like an old friend. MaryAnn truly is a gifted writer and I love her books. She captures horse racing like no one else. I never wanted to put the book down! She makes you feel as if you are watching a movie in your head. I absolutly loved this book, I hope she makes a sequel for it!