I had read this book before & it still held my interest...cried part way through it!

Tricia Evanston was 16, and won the Triple Crown almost the same time her father died! She cried because everything hurt. She was staying in California, at least they had fresh oranges! She was listening for the song "...raise you up on eagle's wings..." When she heard it, it brought a measure of peace. She had a red Chrysler convertible that was presented to her when she & her colt, Spitfire, had won the Kentucky Derby. She wasn't able to pay attention in her Chemistry lab & earned an F! She was crying so hard she could hardly see to drive! Talking to Martha Finley, wife of breeder/trainer Adam Finley, who she was staying with, she admitted that she wanted her dad back. Martha comforted her. In the morning fog made driving difficult. She went through the track, paying attention to those around her. When she talked to Adam, he noticed that she was doing better. A black horse reminded her of Spitfire, which made her think of home. When she tried to call home there was no answer, so she tried her best friend, Rhonda, where she left a message. She cleaned up, but smiling was too much effort. Would she ever stop crying? ( )