Originally posted by Shelteez2
I've also read Those Lovely Bones and while it is a bit depressing and sad it is very good and I quite liked it.

I've also read Seabiscuit and it was good, but for a true racing story I prefer Ruffian. That is a great book.
I have a book on Ruffian! I also saw a clip about the race that killed her in a made for TV movie called "Alex: the life of a child". I can't remember when the movie was on TV, but, it was based on a true story, and, it was one of my favorites growing up. It's sad, but, good. But, yeah, alex, the little girl, is really upset when she sees the race. It's an intense part in the movie. If you haven't watched the movie, Phar Lap, you should. It's really good, too! It's about an Australian race horse. I love horse movies and books.