Dark Horse
Dark Horse
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1981
Book Brief
448
Short Story • Fiction
1981
Adult
13-18 years
Super Short Summary
In "Dark Horse" by John Fischer, a spotted horse living on a ranch where horses strive to appear white, in emulation of a mythical all-white horse, follows a mysterious black stallion who promises true freedom and self-knowledge beyond the ranch's confines, leading the spotted horse to embrace its natural appearance and understand true discipleship.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Contemplative
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
115 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
John Fischer's Dark Horse presents a compelling journey of a flawed protagonist seeking redemption. Reviews praise its nuanced character development and gripping narrative. However, criticisms highlight a somewhat predictable plot and occasional pacing issues. Overall, the book is an engaging read with strong emotional depth, despite minor shortcomings.
Who Should Read Dark Horse?
Readers who would enjoy Dark Horse by John Fischer are those captivated by Christian fiction that merges faith with real-life dilemmas. Fans of Francine Rivers’ Redeeming Love or Karen Kingsbury’s Redemption series will appreciate Fischer’s exploration of personal struggles and spiritual redemption.
115 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
448
Short Story • Fiction
1981
Adult
13-18 years
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