Most Popular Books by Terri Farley

When the Phantom is blamed for the sudden disappearance of mares from local ranches, it is up to thirteen-year-old Sam to defend his innocence and his life.

The beloved fourth book in the middle grade Phantom Stallion series about a girl, her horse, and the beauty of the American West returns with a brand-new, stunning cover and bonus material! Perfect for fans of Canterwood Crest and classic horse stories like Black Beauty and My Friend Flicka. When an ambitious rodeo contractor comes to town, Sam’s worried. The woman wants to buy tamed mustangs from local ranchers, including Sam’s dad, and doesn’t seem to take no for an answer. Then Sam spots the Phantom’s herd—without him. She’s sure he’s been captured by the rodeo, but how will she find him? And if she does, how can she set him free?

When 13–year–old Samantha returns home to her family''s cattle ranch in Nevada, she''s worried. She moved away two years ago to recover from a bad fall off her beloved mustang, Blackie, and she''s still not sure she can get back in the saddle. Her new colt doesn''t seem to like her, and the other ranchers treat her like the boss''s spoiled daughter, and Blackie has been missing since that fateful day. But that''s just the beginning. When Sam suddenly finds the fate of a mysterious mustang who may or may not be the missing Blackie resting in her hands, she has to learn to be a real cowgirl, ready or not. The classic theme of a girl and her horse is set against a backdrop of mustangs, tumbleweeds, and a West that''s still Wild. Phantom Stallion #2: Mustang Moon A rogue mustang is stealing mares, but the Phantom is taking the blame. It''s up to Sam to defend his innocence and his life.

The beloved first book in the middle grade Phantom Stallion series about a girl, her horse, and the beauty of the American West returns with a brand-new, stunning cover and bonus material! Perfect for fans of Canterwood Crest and classic horse stories like Black Beauty and My Friend Flicka. When thirteen-year-old Samantha returns home to her family’s cattle ranch in Nevada, she’s nervous. She moved away two years ago to recover from a bad fall off her beloved mustang, Blackie, and she’s still not sure she can get back in the saddle. She’s having trouble bonding with her new horse, Ace, the other ranchers treat her like the boss’s spoiled daughter, and Blackie has been missing since the day of Sam’s fateful accident. But that’s just the beginning. On a moonlit night, a mustang comes to Sam. Is it Blackie grown up and gone wild—or the legendary phantom stallion? When Sam suddenly finds the fate of the horse resting in her hands, she has to be a real cowgirl, ready or not.

The seventh book in the beloved middle grade Phantom Stallion series about a girl, her horse, and the beauty of the American West returns with a brand-new, stunning cover and bonus material! Perfect for fans of Canterwood Crest and classic horse stories like Black Beauty and My Friend Flicka. The Phantom’s lead mare is missing from the herd, and Sam’s worried she may have been captured. When Sam finds the mare safe but in government custody, she’s desperate to set her free. But the horse is badly injured, and setting her free on the range could slow down the mare’s entire herd, putting them at risk in the dangerous winter months. How far should Sam go to help the horses she loves?

The beloved sixth book in the middle grade Phantom Stallion series about a girl, her horse, and the beauty of the American West returns with a brand-new, stunning cover and bonus material! Perfect for fans of Canterwood Crest and classic horse stories like Black Beauty and My Friend Flicka. Cougars have been spotted nearby, but they haven’t hurt the ranch horses—yet. So Samantha is outraged when a neighboring rancher vows to kill the cats on sight. And her family’s horses may be safe, but out on the range, Sam spots a wild young stallion without a herd. Being alone puts this horse in danger. But can Sam protect the rebellious mustang and still save the cougars?

After rescuing an abused horse, Sam tries to win the mare''s trust while she tames her, so that the mare can stay at Sam''s family corral.

"Sam, having promised to help care for a group of mustangs, feels overwhelmed with responsibilities and the situation gets even worse when a blind filly wanders off alone in a snowstorm"--

The eighth book in the beloved middle grade Phantom Stallion series about a girl, her horse, and the beauty of the American West returns with a brand-new, stunning cover and bonus material! Perfect for fans of Canterwood Crest and classic horse stories like Black Beauty and My Friend Flicka. Sam discovers a lost palomino in a spooky ghost town. The horse looks like a mirage but also well cared for…and even familiar. Could it be the missing horse from her best friend’s ranch? Sam needs to get the mare back home safely, but there might be something trying to stop her—her other best friend, the Phantom Stallion.

The further adventures in the wildly popular series about Samantha and her mustang the Phantom. In Firefly, the Phantom''s wild colt has been injured, and Sam must help him find a new home.

For the Phantom, there is only one girl. For Sam, there is only one horse. A movie star horse and his trainer are coming to River Bend Ranch, and Samantha can''t wait. But when Bayfire shows up, something is obviously wrong. The famous stallion has lost his sparkle. Bayfire has to get ready for his biggest, most dangerous scene of his new movie. If Sam can''t help bring back the stallion''s fiery spirit, his career could be over -- and someone could get hurt.

A teen returns to the small beach town she grew up in and falls for an irresistible boy who’s hiding a secret more incredible than she could ever dream in this sweepingly romantic coming of age story steeped in folklore. Beckon the sea, I’ll come to thee.... Shed seven tears, perchance seven years… Before scandal chased her family away from their seaside home, Gwen Cooke met a boy on the beach with unfathomably dark eyes who whispered strange things in her ear then disappeared. Seven years later, Gwen is seventeen years old and back in her hometown for the summer. Her official reason for coming is her grandmother asked her to, but deep inside, Gwen has always felt a tug pulling her back to the ocean and couldn’t resist any longer. When she meets the enigmatic Jesse, Gwen falls head over heels despite his odder qualities that make him seem like something half-tamed—wilder than anyone she’s ever met. With her grandmother’s old tales of the sea and local folklore filling her ears, Gwen could almost believe Jesse is something other. But that’s impossible…isn’t it?

Darby wants to visit her great-grandmother, a mysterious healer who lives in the middle of the rain forest. But she''s afraid of the dark woods—until she sees a beautiful, elusive pink roan mustang roaming the forest. When Darby finally braves the forest and meets her new neighbors, she uncovers a secret tragedy—one that led to a terrible fight between her two best friends. Can Darby and her great-grandmother mend a broken friendship? Or will the rain forest mustang save the day?

For the Phantom, there is only one girl. For Sam, there is only one horse. When an ambitious rodeo contractor comes to town, Sam''s worried. The woman wants to buy tamed mustangs from local ranchers, including Sam''s dad, and doesn''t seem to like taking no for an answer. Then Sam spots the Phantom''s herd -- without him. She''s sure he''s been captured by the rodeo, but how will she find him? And even if she does, how can she set him free?

The classic theme of a girl and her horse is set against a backdrop of mustangs, tumbleweeds, and a West that''s still Wild. In the third book of the series Dark Sunshine, Sam rescues an abused horse from rustlers, but needs the Phantom''s help in convincing the young mare to trust her.

For the Phantom, there is only one girl. For Sam, there is only one horse. Wildcats are threatening the mustangs that live near Samantha''s ranch. Can she save the wild horses without harming the cougars?

As Samantha adjusts to having a new step–mother, she must help the Phantom find his missing lead mare. But when she does, can Sam return the mare to her herd? An injured mustang is taken off the range. Sam wants to do the right thing, but does that mean taking the horse away from her wild herd?

Samantha discovers a plot to wipe out the wild horses near her family''s ranch, but no one believes her, and her only ally is the Phantom Stallion.

More adventures in the popular series about Samantha and her mustang, the Phantom Stallion! Ages 10+

Darby Carter loves horses, even though she''s never actually ridden one. Darby''s grandfather is an expert rider—in fact, he owns a horse ranch in Hawaii. So when he agrees to take her in—along with the beautiful mustang Darby saved on the range in Nevada—she knows she can''t refuse, even if she is a little terrified! But Darby''s filly arrives in bad shape, and Darby''s grandfather wonders if the wild horse will ever trust a human again. Can Darby take the reins and save her horse—or has she lost the mustang forever?

The wildly popular series continues with a new adventure and an all–new cover design! Summer is ending, and Samantha''s dad''s birthday is right around the corner. When her stepmom picks out a mustang for his present, Sam thinks it''s a perfect idea. But will her dad agree? The new horse is gorgeous, but he''s also energetic and willful. Only Sam''s dad can tame him – if he wants to accept the birthday gift at all.

Samantha can''t wait for the holiday break from school. But there''s no time to relax: Brynna''s baby is due any day; the local authorities are gathering more mustangs from the range; and her best friend Jen''s ranch is in upheaval–its owner, Linc Slocum, has just been arrested, and no one is sure what will happen to Jen and her family. But then, disaster strikes: A terrible blizzard traps the Phantom Stallion''s band. Sam has to help them, but she''s terrified they''ll be captured. Can she save her beloved mustangs and keep them free–for good?

The further adventures in the wildly popular series about Samantha and her mustang the Phantom. In Mountain Mare, Sam finds a beautiful horse in the mountains. The mare seems to belong to someone, but can Sam figure out who–before the Phantom Stallion claims the mare as his own?

A wild pinto escapes and runs off with the Phantom.

"Wild horses thrived for thousands of generations in the mountains, forests, and deserts of the American West. Their family herds existed in environmental harmony until man chose to "manage" them. Since then, every day more of America''s wild horses disappear. But courageous people are trying very hard to reverse this, most notably, young people who feel a kinship with these often misunderstood creatures."--Provided by publisher.

Samantha''s latest adventure with her mustang friend, the phantom stallion, in the wildly popular series. oSet in the modern day Wild West, Phantom Stallion has cowboys, horse rustlers, and mustangs – exciting new territory you can''t find in any other series. o Dedicated fan base – will appeal to fans of the Thoroughbred, Ashleigh and Saddle Club Series.

After a tsunami washes over her Hawaiian island home, Darby Carter must pitch in to help get her grandfather''s ranch back in order and make sure none of the horses drink contaminated water. Darby''s friend Cade has even bigger worries. His mother, Dee, hasn''t been seen since the storm. With no other leads, Darby and Cade set out in search of Honi, Dee''s beloved pony. But even if they can find Honi, will she be able to take them to Dee?

Darby doesn''t understand how her mother, who grew up on Wild Horse Island, ever could have left. Now that Ellen Carter has come back to the island to visit, Darby hopes her mom won''t want to leave again. But Darby''s grandfather and mother can''t stop fighting, and Ellen wants to take her daughter back to California. When Darby finds a wild mare in the rain forest, she hatches a plan to convince her mom to stay—but will it work? Or will Darby have to leave the new home and wild horses she loves?

Black Lava and his herd have been driven up to Sky Mountain to keep them away from polluted water. But there''s only room for one lead horse on the mountain, and Snowfire, the white stallion, has already claimed it as his own. Sure enough, Darby soon sees Snowfire chase Black Lava onto ranch lands. Her horse charmer sense tells her the Crimson Vale herd needs to return home or desperation will lead Black Lava into more danger. Between finals at school and an upcoming rodeo, everyone is too busy to listen to Darby''s fears. Can Darby help Snowfire and Black Lava before their battle turns deadly?

The wildly popular series continues with more adventures of Samantha and her mustang, the Phantom Stallion! Girls love horses! The appeal of horse stories spans generations. Set in the modern–day Wild West, Phantom Stallion has cowboys, horse rustlers, mustangs–exciting new territory you can''t find in other series. Continuation of a popular series. Dedicated fan base.

Already a beloved addition to the wildly popular horse series genre, Phantom Stallion continues to enthral readers with more adventures in the modern–day Wild West. In the eighth instalment of this exciting series, Golden Ghost, Sam must choose between helping her best friend and letting the Phantom win a new member of his herd. Can she make them both happy?

When an earthquake sets off a tsunami on the shores of Wild Horse Island, the mustangs of Crimson Vale are chased by the waves and left stranded on a dangerous hilltop. Darby knows the lead mare, Medusa, will do anything to save her herd—but will she let the ranch hands bring her to safety? Or is it up to Darby to save Medusa and her band—before they''re lost forever?

The Phantom Stallion''s new foal is ready to be born, and River Bend Ranch''s own Dark Sunshine is the mother. Samantha couldn''t be more excited, and she''s sure she can handle the new baby while everyone is gone on the annual cattle drive.

Samantha''s friend Ryan wants to recapture his lost horse, Hotspot, who has been running free with the Phantom Stallion''s herd. But Hotspot''s foal, Shy Boots, needs her back at home -- the young horse is having trouble without his mother to protect him. Sam wants to help her friend, and she wants to help the horses. But will Ryan''s plans do more harm than good?

Ever since Darby rescued her wild filly mustang, she''s been having a tough time at her grandfather''s ranch. And after she accidentally endangers one of his loyal and steady horses, she can''t help but wonder if she really belongs on a horse ranch at all. But then a shadowy horse shows up, prowling the grounds at night. Could it be the legendary Shining Stallion of Hawaii? And why is Darby the only one who has seen him? One thing is certain: When the mysterious stallion sets out to challenge the wrong horse, only Darby can stop him—before anyone gets hurt.

Samantha and Jen are out camping when they meet Nicholas, a boy traveling cross–country on a beautiful Gypsy Vanner mare, learning about his gypsy ancestry. His caravan also includes a young colt. Nicholas says it''s a stray, but the colt looks a lot like a missing mustang. When people start getting suspicious, Sam wants to stick up for her new friend. But has she put her faith in an untrustworthy drifter?

Darby is nervous about starting at her new school in Hawaii, and when she gets there it''s even worse than she thought. Within the first week she''s made an enemy—her stuck-up cousin from the other side of the island. At least Darby has a new horse to go home to: a beautiful colt that she found abandoned on a remote beach. Darby loves the colt, and she knows he needs a good home. But when her new worst enemy''s parents call to rescue him, will Darby be able to let him go?

Darby is excited to go on a "volcano watch," camping out and observing the island''s volcanoes, despite recent small earthquakes that could mean an eruption is coming. After all, Darby grew up in California, so she''s used to the earth rumbling now and then. Plus, the expedition is perfect for working with Hoku, helping the young mustang learn to handle any situation. But when the volcanoes do erupt, it''s much scarier than Darby anticipated, and a stream of lava leaves Darby and Hoku stranded. Can Darby''s horse-charming skills keep the mustang calm? Or will her filly run back to the wild?

Darby is a lucky girl. After years of dreaming about horses, she is finally surrounded by them on her grandfather''s ranch in Hawaii. To top it off, she even has a horse of her own—Hoku, a wild mustang she helped rescue. After a few months together their bond has never been stronger. But when Hoku must be set loose among other horses, her untamed spirit returns. As Darby tries to reestablish their relationship, even worse news arrives: Hoku''s original abusive owner, Shan Stonerow, wants her back. Without a deed of ownership, could Darby lose the horse she loves?

For the Phantom, there is only one girl. For Sam, there is only one horse. When a hard–luck horse named Jinx comes to River Bend, everyone thinks he''s a curse. Samantha knows he''s not, but he is unruly, skittish, and the fastest horse she''s ever seen. Then there''s a runaway in the middle of the night, and someone gets a snakebite. Is the bronco really a jinx? Or could he be the good–luck charm Sam needs to save the day?