After much reluctance and foot dragging, I finally gave in and read the 'Mormon Vampire' book. I was pleasantly surprised. It wasn't gory and disgusting and terribly frightening- which were the main reasons I couldn't bring myself to read a book about vampires- I don't like creepy things. It was interesting and fun with just the right amount of creepiness. I will probably read the rest of the...

First off I love Ryan's books. I think she is a fantastic writer. This is 6th book I have read written by her. The others being Esperanza Rising, Becoming Naomi Leon, Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride, When Miriam Sang and Riding Freedom. All of which I highly recommend. Paint the Wind is about a girl named Maya and a paint horse named Artemisia. Maya is orphaned when her parents are killed in a...