Henry was bred to race.
There was just one problem. He wasn’t particularly interested in being a racehorse.
After twenty-one starts, five trainers, one win and more float trips than he ever cared to remember, Henry’s racing career came to an end. What followed was something he never expected: the chance to discover who he was when nobody needed him to be fast.
Inspired by the true story of retired Thoroughbred racehorse Lichen Lad, better known as Henry, this heartwarming story follows his journey from the racetrack to a life filled with friendship, healing, mischief and belonging.
Along the way, Henry meets an unforgettable herd of characters, including wise old racehorses, opinionated mares, troublesome donkeys, and Popeye, a one-eyed Shetland pony with absolutely no respect for fences and an unexpected love affair with a goat named Patricia.
Through injury, loneliness, terrifying change, new friendships and second chances, Henry begins to understand that a worthwhile life is not measured by wins.
Sometimes the greatest victory is finding the place where you are loved simply for being you.
