A Pony Named Patches

This e-Book was originally published by Avon Books, and then by Harper Collins. When it went out of print it was republished as an electronic book.When Matt's father dies his life is turned upside down. While his mom sorts things out Matt is sent to Chincoteague Island to stay with his aunt and uncle. There he meets a new friend and starts a new business, but the thing that keeps him going is following a special Chincoteague Pony foal. Ever since he saw the colt born during his first week on the island, he has been smitten. He follows the spindly-legged pinto, earns his trust, and even helps the colt get out of trouble. But now it is Pony Penning. Thousands have come to the island to see the wild ponies swim across the bay and to bid on these young foals. When auction day comes what will happen to Matt's beloved Patches?