Stubborn Hearts

Ryan Zacherson's life was forever altered the moment her mom passed away. Thrust into a family feud decades old, she attempts to hold tight to the reins of her life without losing control. Ryan embarks on a journey of self-discovery. As she becomes more deeply involved in the world of horse racing, liars, gamblers, and cheats, she learns harsh lessons as the girl that no one wants: the lesson of blood and oath, the lesson of cruelty, the lesson of self-reliance.And perhaps the greatest lesson of all from her best friend, Jesse Hart: the power of love and loyalty.With every lesson she learns, Ryan proves time and time again: nothing can break her spirit without her permission.Companion to Brand New Sky.