~ Thanks to NetGalley and Bound to Happen Publishing / Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review ~

I'm not quite sure why "Jump the Moon" didn't really do it for me. The background art was beautiful, and it was very similar in tone to some of the fairy books I used to read as a child, which indicated that it would be a good fit. Unfortunately, there were a few factors that just didn't work for me. I hated that the horse was called "Me Too," which probably could have been fixed by having the fact that this was a true story mentioned at the beginning of the book rather than the end. Sometimes reality is stranger than fiction, and for whatever reason, picturing a horse with that name before knowing the book's background felt too on the nose, especially since the line was also used as Me Too's main dialogue. The font didn't contrast well against the backgrounds on some of the pages. I don't have dyslexia or other disabilities but this may prove an issue for those who do. And I also wasn't a huge fan of there being a religious quote promoting the Christian faith on what had otherwise been a non-religious book (I'm Catholic so trust me when I say it has nothing to do with prejudice against Christians), but I guess to each their own.
I will say that the art was definitely age appropriate and I can imagine a child being drawn in by the book's appearance and even by the story itself. As an adult reading it, I could take it or leave it, although I will admit the true story that inspired this book is fascinating to think about.

Jump the Moon is a touching story of a lonely horse and a caring girl, that will truly touch your heart. I remember the days of being a kid on the farm, and the care and bonding that went into horses in particular. They truly become your best friends and you can feel that come out in this book. The illustrations are calm and comforting and really let you sink into the storyline. Lovely all around read.

I loved this little story. The illustrations were beautiful and the story was touching. I was afraid it might have a sad ending but it ended happily, and I was even more touched to read that it was based on a true story! A great little horse story about love and dreams that would be great for kids aged 4-7.

*thank you to Netgalley, Bound to Happen Publishing and Kathy Simmers for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*


5 stars.

Ohh good gosh nobody told me how amazing this book would be! I will completely admit that I am very very guilty here of judging a book by it's cover, but can you blame me! It's absolutely beautiful 😍. The illustrations are so soft and the colours, don't get me started on that because it's basically my favourite colour combinations the whole way through this book.

The story was so full of heart. It was beautiful. It was happy. It was sad. It was magical. It was a dreamers dream and a wishers wish. It's a story of friendship and love and it also teaches the value of kindness, to all beings.

If your child loves ponies, just like little Rachel does, then this is a must read. Plus, it's a true story!

I was drawn in by the art and it didn't fail to impress. I honestly don't read children's books very often but was feeling rundown today and decided to give it a go. This was so adorable and simply just heartwarming.

The story= heartwarming

The Characters = wholesome

The Art = stunning

5/5

This heartwarming book is based on a true story about a young girl who wins the heart of a troublesome horse one summer. She is able to form a bond with the horse through her patience and love. Years later, she searches for the horse, who has been bought and sold by a few owners who cannot connect with the horse like she did.

I loved the illustrations, and maybe it's just the postpartum hormones, but I got a little teary-eyed at one point of the book! This is a truly beautiful story.

The book is not for sale at traditional book retailers. It is available online on the author's website, www.readjumpthemoon.com as well as at many tack shops (the locations of which can be found on the author's website).

I received a digital ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and Bound to Happen Publishing.