Clare Balding Charlie Bass Collection | 3 Childrens Adventure Bo | Clare Balding

Clare Balding

Titles in This Set. The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop. The Racehorse Who Disappeared. The Racehorse Who Learned to Dance. Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. Publisher: Puffin. Age Range: 7-9 years. Overview. Charlie Bass is horse-mad, headstrong, and determined to make her mark in the racing world, even if her family's farm and her own good sense keep getting in the way. This engaging three-book paperback set from broadcaster and bestselling author Clare Balding follows Charlie and her unlikely champion, Noble Warrior, through triumph, danger, and heartfelt friendship. Illustrated by acclaimed artist Tony Ross, the series is a warm, funny, and page-turning introduction to horse racing and rural life for young readers aged 7 and up.. About the Books. In The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop, ten-year-old Charlie Bass dreams of owning a pony but instead becomes the unlikely owner of a highly strung racehorse, Noble Warrior, who refuses to leave his stable without his cheeky companion pony, Percy. With Derby Day approaching and her family's future on the line, Charlie must find a way to convince her reluctant champion to run. The Racehorse Who Disappeared picks up after Noble Warrior's dramatic Derby win, when a break-in at Folly Farm sees the horse kidnapped in the dead of night. With the police stumped, Charlie takes the investigation into her own hands, unravelling clues and facing danger head-on to bring her beloved horse home. In The Racehorse Who Learned to Dance, Charlie's best friend Polly is recovering from an accident that has changed her life, but her gift with horses hasn't disappeared. Together the girls discover a new path for a horse who never quite fit the racetrack mould, in a story about resilience and true friendship. Across all three books, Balding blends authentic racing detail with warmth, humour, and a fast-moving plot that keeps young readers hooked from first page to last.. Complete three-book paperback set from a bestselling, trusted children's author. Fast-paced stories combining mystery, humour, and heart. Perfect for horse-mad readers aged 7 and up. Illustrated throughout by celebrated illustrator Tony Ross. Ideal gift set for birthdays, Christmas, or reading rewards. Encourages reading confidence with relatable, spirited characters. About the Author. Clare Balding is a well-known British broadcaster and author, celebrated for her horse racing and sporting commentary. Drawing on her lifelong love of horses and experience around racing stables, she brings genuine insight and affection to the Charlie Bass stories. The books are illustrated by Tony Ross, a prolific and much-loved children's illustrator known for his work on numerous bestselling series. Together, Balding's storytelling and Ross's artwork have made Charlie Bass a firm favourite with young horse lovers.. Why You'll Love This Set. Funny, fast-paced, and full of heart, this three-book set offers young readers an irresistible mix of horse racing drama, mystery, and friendship, perfect for confident readers and reluctant ones alike.. Please Note: ISBN and cover shown are for the UK edition as supplied; slight cover variations may occur between print runs.