On the surface, The Scorpio Races appeals to horse lovers & racing enthusiasts. However, this only skims the surface. Maggie Stiefvater, author of the Shiver series, weaves the setting of the annual Scorpio Races horse races with intense conflict-to win the racer must conquer the real possibility of death. Stiefvater brilliantly incorporates characterization to elicit strong emotional responses. Many will root for protagonists Sean and Puck to succeed in a competition with high personal stakes. Others may loathe stable owner Malvern and his son who stand in their way. Horses such as Corr and Dove also pull on the heartstrings. The tension builds as the date of the race draws near. The conclusion proves unsettling.
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