'I loved this: funny, quirky, exciting and moving. Folly and Tooth are a great double-act. If you’re a horse person you’ll adore it; if you’re not a horse person, it’ll turn you into one' Anthony McGowan

'A poignant and tender story of love, loss, friendship and hope. The ending was perfect – made me laugh and cry simultaneously' Tanya Landman

'A powerful, wise and gripping story from a wonderful new voice in children’s literature. Ride North is a beautiful tale of love, courage and the unique bond between a girl and her horse. It deserves a place alongside the classic horse and pony stories' Annelise Gray

'Maria de Jong’s gorgeously lyrical debut is wry, funny and at times heart-achingly sad. Folly is an engaging young hero: gnarly and determined to ride north with beloved horse Tooth to Cape Reinga. Their unique bond allows them to outwit pursuers and overcome obstacles on a vividly painted journey through the beautiful New Zealand landscape' Gita Ralleigh

'Maria de Jong weaves a beautiful tale of adventure, survival and hope, exploring the deep bond between a girl and her pony. With vivid prose that brings every scene to life, de Jong makes the reader feel they’re right there alongside Folly and Tooth on their exhilarating, sometimes perilous journey' J. P. Rose

'Ride North is a quirky adventure with a distinctive voice that explores grief, family, love and connection, especially with friends of the four-legged variety' Frances Moloney

'A surreal, poignant and punchy MG novel, that lovers of adventure, horses and family dramas will devour' Chris Vick

'Mixes pathos with the spirit of adventure' The Bookseller