58 pages • 1 hour read
Blind Your Ponies
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Book Brief
574
Novel • Fiction
Willow Creek, Montana • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Stanley Gordon West's novel Blind Your Ponies, high school basketball coach Sam Pickett grapples with past trauma in the small town of Willow Creek, Montana. Coaching the underdog basketball team, Sam uses his experiences to inspire and uplift the players, leading them to unexpected success and learning to move forward in life. This novel addresses the impact of a mass shooting, sexual assault, domestic abuse, alcohol addiction, and ableism.
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Hopeful
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
6,929 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Blind Your Ponies by Stanley Gordon West is praised for its heartfelt narrative, compelling small-town setting, and well-developed characters. Critics appreciate the story’s uplifting themes and sense of community. However, some feel the pacing is slow and certain plot points predictable. Overall, it’s seen as a touching and inspiring read despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read Blind Your Ponies?
Fans of heartwarming, underdog stories like The Art of Racing in the Rain or The Secret Life of Bees will relish Blind Your Ponies by Stanley Gordon West. This novel appeals to readers who enjoy tales of resilience, community, and triumph against the odds in a small-town setting.
6,929 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
574
Novel • Fiction
Willow Creek, Montana • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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