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Jeannie: A Texas Frontier Girl (Book Three)

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JEANNIE, A TEXAS FRONTIER GIRL (Book 3) is a delightful, must read for young girls. Although, I must admit that even as an adult, I thoroughly enjoyed it too.

This is the third book in a four part series. It follows young Jeannie and her friends and family as they face hardships during the late 1800's in west Texas. Young readers are in for a treat as they experience Jeannie's many adventures. Her courage and strong will help her face the loss of a favorite pet, deal with the prejudice of townspeople toward Indian children in her school, and train her beloved horses. Family ties and values were such an integral part of life on the plains. This story captures the heart and soul of pioneer living, as seen through a young girl's eyes.

I highly recommend this book. More books like this are needed to keep young girls reading. It is exciting, yet educational, for young readers to learn the customs and daily life of a different era. I eagerly anticipate Book 4! Excellent job Ms Horan.
(Reviewed for Denise's Pieces Book Reviews)

ISBN: 1-4137-0403-4
Title: Jeannie, A Texas Frontier Girl - Book Three
Author: Evelyn Horan
Publisher: AmErica House
Once again gifted writer Evelyn Horan has surpassed expectations with book three of her "Jeannie, Texas Frontier Girl" series. Often times series books lose their momentum as they move toward conclusion, not so with the "Jeannie" series, as book three leaves readers with a near cliffhanger that makes us eager for book four. Horan's knowledge of that period of time (1880) in Texas adds interest to her plot and gives readers an inside peek at the growth of our nation and Texas as a state. Jeannie touches on; the tension between the Native American Indians and the settlers, the speed with which young people had to mature, and the joyous way that neighbor helped neighbor.
Jeannie and Helga spend the summer preparing the Indian children for school and training Diamond's off spring, Morning Star, to accept saddle and rider. It is the last year of school for both girls and though they are best friends their dreams for the future are very different. Pick up a copy of "Jeannie" book three to find out what the future holds for Helga and Billy Joe and for Jeannie and her dream of owning her own Horse Ranch.
"Jeannie, Texas Frontier Girl," masterful series by talented writer Evelyn Horan, is geared for the young reader but I promise it will interest and entertain readers of all ages. Congratulations, Evelyn. I can't wait to read JEANNIE book four.
Beverly J Scott author of "Righteous Revenge" and "Ruth Fever." Reviewer for Intriguing Authors and Their Books at http://www.funeralassociates.com/authors.htm

Book Three in the "Jeannie, a Texas Frontier Girl" series by author Evelyn Horan finds Jeannie and her best friend Helga growing up and facing changes in their lives, which happen almost too quick to breathe. Jeannie's brother, Henry, marries Linda Mae, and before long, Jeannie finds she is to become an aunt. Billy Joe begins to work for the new bank in their small town, and he and Helga agree to become engaged. Jeannie works out an arrangement with Helga's father to buy land from him for the horse ranch she has long dreamed about. She begins to make plans to build her ranch and asks Slim to be her ranch foreman, unaware of the interest Billy Joe's brother, Jack, has begun to show toward her. Along the way, Jeannie learns a poignant lesson when she is forced to deal with prejudice against the Comanche family in their community, from whom she learns how to weave baskets and to utilize plants for medicinal purposes.

America's present-day Laura Ingalls Wilder, Ms. Horan is an author who possesses the unique ability to weave an entertaining, inspirational story with factual history. As with the first two books in the series, the reader is left eagerly anticipating what will happen next to Jeannie, her family, and friends. This is one series I would like to see continue on - reading each book feels like spending time with an old friend - and would love to see in classrooms across America. A delightful read for the child in all of us.

I've been both a fan and a friend to this wonderful lady for about 5 years now and I'd like to urge any young person who is in search of the perfect story to read to read all four books that make up this "Must Read" series. The characters are real and the plot will keep you eagerly turning the pages as fast as you can. I love Jeannie and all of her fun adventures! You will love Jeannie too! Order your set today. You'll be glad you did!

(Highly Recommended!)

Historical facts and exciting adventure make Ms. Horan's "Jeannie:A Texas Frontier Girl (Book Three) "A Must Read KIDZ Series." The characters read true to life, the action is nonstop, and the plot had me eagerly reading along. A very appealing combination!

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