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Join Jenny Thomas, her parents and all the characters at Sonrise Farm as they learn about God’s heart for them through the horses they love.

Book One ~ The Palomino

Book Two ~ Stolen Gold

Jenny and Sunny are torn apart when famous horse trainer Vanessa DuBois shows up and claims that Sunny is really named Gold N' Fire, a valuable show jumper that was stolen from her eighteen months ago. Jenny is heartbroken and believes God is punishing her. Her pain tempts her to try and fix things on her own. Jen uses a friend to gain entrance to the DuBois farm so she can see Sunny again. She discovers that Sunny has a colt, and both horses are being starved and abused by Ms. DuBois whose cruel training methods have made the horses seem crazy. And because Jen lied, she can't tell anyone. Just when things can't get any worse, Jenny discovers Ms. DuBois's plan to get rid of Sunny and her colt so she can collect the insurance money. Where will Jenny go for help? In the midst of her fear, will she trust Him to work all things for good?

Book Three ~ Flying High

Jenny Thomas is mad! Angry with her father for moving them - who knows where. Angry with Daniel for not helping save Sunny, angrywith Vanessa DuBois for harming Sunny and angry with herself for starting the whole mess to begin with.
A week with wise horseman, Colton Wright brings Jenny face to face with her pain and her struggle to walk in Truth. Colton helps Jenny learn new ways to walk like who she is. She belongs to Jesus.
Join Jenny and the crew at Sonrise Farm as they learn more about horses and the amazing ways Jesus helps them know His heart for rescue, redemption and reconciliation through their beloved horses.

Book Four ~ Morning Glory

Something strange happened at the equine hospital. Someone tampered
with the camera and emergency buzzer so when Jenny Thomas needed
help for her pregnant mare, Sunny, no one came. As a result Sunny
nearly dies giving birth to Morning Glory. Jenny suspects her old enemy
Vanessa DuBois is to blame.
Jenny decides to take her horses home to Sonrise Farm early, before
something terrible happens. On the way, a near collision with a blue
Mercedes and a tornado place Jen face to face with a critically injured
Mrs. DuBois! Will Jenny allow the Holy Spirit to lead her heart?
In the most surprising Sonrise Farm adventure yet, Jenny, Sunny,
Mrs. DuBois and an old sorrel mare named Honey, come together in
divine circumstances that catapult them beyond forgiveness to
restoration.

For older readers …

Jubilee ~ The Love Story walks through loss, faith and the Abundant Life.

Retired horseman, Clay Westin, has suffered terrible loss and turned away from God. His only connection to life is his son's horse, Jubilee, who has been running loose on Clay's vast drought-stricken ranch. A young stranger invites Clay for one last ride to rescue Jube. Clay finds himself face to face with his shattered past. Will they find Jubilee in time? Can Clay find peace in the process? A Genesis Award Winner for Contemporary Fiction.

Equine Assisted Discipleship
An Overview

Equine Assisted Discipleship: An Overview introduces the foundational framework of a modality developed by Katy Pistole, integrating faith and horsemanship into a lived experience of connection, trust, and relationship. This seminal work defines the language, structure, and distinctions that set Equine Assisted Discipleship apart from other traditional approaches.

5 out of 5!

“Hard to put down! Katy Pistole's The Palomino reads so well you're almost right there experiencing everything she describes. It's a wonderful "horse" book but even more a realistic description of a young girl's journey of faith and a deepening relationship with Christ. Anyone looking to learn more about horse behavior will not be disappointed and even experienced horse people will learn new things. This first book in the Sonrise Farm Series is a a delight and will make you want to read the next books in the series.”
Valerie Stanley ~ Amazon Review

“5 out of 5 stars Hands down the BEST SERIES EVER

I would give this series a 100 star rating if I could! I love these books and was introduced to them by my best friend. Her and I both LOVE Katy Pistole’s books and especially the Sonrise Farm series!!! I'm not an advid reader, (I don't read a lot) but this series I would read forever! I read these nonstop and I literally can't put the book down. Never read such s great series. And Christian too! I like the life lessons and the verses included. LOVE IT!” Amazon Review

Amazon Review

“Sometimes a book comes into one’s life at just the right moment. This book is one of those. I’ve been asking myself “ do I really love Jesus as others do?” I have served Him but love has been a bit elusive. Katy Pistole shares her experiences. Through horses and understanding their relationship needs she has come into a true love relationship with Jesus. Her horse examples relate well to me as horses have always been in my life and they too have taught me much. I just wasn’t looking at that relationship as a picture of God’s love and care for me in EVERYTHING! I believe all readers will find applications and truth for their lives .” MJJ

Amazon Review

“One of my Top 5 favorites

As a lover of good books with no loyalty to any particular genre, this is one that I could not put down. The plot is complex and the prose is beautiful in its simple authenticity. It is truly masterful storytelling from beginning to end, and I cannot wait to read it again.”
Laura Clark