False Start

Charlie Patterson and Nick Ryder strike gold in their first season of training together: Kate Scanlan, the attractive boss of a local animal rescue center, has sent them a yearling who looks like their chance at hitting the big time. Sold to Major Patterson, Charlie's stepfather, Willow Star defies her looks by establishing herself as one of the fastest of her age. But their hopes are dashed when the Major decides to sell her to another yard. What ensues is a tale of mystery in which Charlie is cornered by divided loyalties -- and must solve a murder to stay alive.