For girls who are naturally adventurous, this book will give a good insight into what it's like to be scared, and for girls who have felt these fears, it will help them see that they're not alone, and that there is a way to overcome being afraid. It's also a good choice for horse lovers, since there is a lot of horseback riding in this story, and a lot of lovable horses.

Jordan is off to her second year of summer camp with her best friend and older sister but she suffers from a serious case of nerves and is worried that she will be a disappointment to her parents yet again. This year she is determined to not just survive, but thrive by doing something brave that would rival the accomplishments of her perfect older sister. Her activity of choice? Taking a jump in horseback riding. But as she works up to her goal she comes to realize that she has to be true to herself in order to face her fears and find happiness and that just might not involve horses like she had thought. She also learns her parents were not really disappointed and her sister is not perfect after all. The characters are realistic and likeable, the situations relatable. Young girls will find themselves and their friends represented in the girls. This is one of the “Summer Camp Secrets” series. 2010, Aladdin/Simon & Schuster, $6.99. Ages 8 to 12.