Book Review: Tug of War by Gerd Heuschmann

Thought-provoking and insightful, Tug of War is a must-have for every equestrian’s bookshelf. Granted, it isn’t the most entertaining read, Dr. Heuschmann gets real where dressage training schools of thought are concerned. As a veterinarian and equestrian himself, Heuschmann knows better than most the pros and cons of classical and “modern” training techniques, and outlines both in plain language in this book. He doesn’t cut … Continue reading Book Review: Tug of War by Gerd Heuschmann

Book Review: Breaking Free by Juliana Haygert

For the first book review for Ringside, I thought it fitting to review Juliana Haygert’s first novel in her Breaking series, Breaking Free (formerly titled Breaking the Reins). I read this book several years ago and absolutely loved it. For me, the most important thing in a novel so completely centered around the horse industry is that the equestrian elements are accurate. This novel delivers! … Continue reading Book Review: Breaking Free by Juliana Haygert