Pony

R.J. Palacio is the author of the brilliant book, Wonder, so I was very eager to read this.  It is a heartwarming and exciting story set in the 18oo's centered around a young boy named Silas.  Silas' dad, a pioneer in photography, was taken away by some bad men one night in the hopes that he will help them make conterfeit money.  When a black pony of theirs returns to Silas' home the next night, he thinks it is a sign to follow them.  The pony takes Silas on his journey with his constant companion, Mittenwool, a ghost.  Silas has always had to gift of seeing spirits and this gift will help him find his dad.  (FIC PAL)