For all lovers of horses and history! This latest book in the Horse Diaries series features an Andalusian horse in romantic sixteenth-century Spain. Southern Spain, 1570s Calvino is a dapple-gray Andalusian stallion. He grew up driving cattle in the mountains, but soon he catches the eye of King Philip II s horse master. Now Calvino and his young rider, Rico, must learn the complicated moves of doma clasica riding. Calvino doesn t understand the use of this prancing until he and Rico are chosen to represent the king in a deadly bullfight that will put all his skills to the test. Here is Calvino s story . . . in his own words. Praise for "Elska" (Horse Diaries #1): A must for horse lovers, the cozy and exciting adventure will draw a wide audience. "Booklist""
