Midnight: A True Story of Loyalty in World War I

This is a beautifully written, lyrical homage to a heroic warhorse. It illuminates the strong bond between man and animal, a relationship forged in battle. Its treatment of the brutality of war is appropriate for the picture book crowd. Very well done.

A wonderful book. Tender, poignant with simple pictures conveying more than words can say. The only drawback to the book was the ending. I knew the horse would perish which was gently portrayed. It ended suddenly and I would have wished a last drawing showing the horse's soul or a memory of the horse whispered in the wind.

T is the true story about a horse and his young owner set during WWI. When WWI comes to Australia, Guy Haydon and his horse midnight join the fight. They become separated but eventually find each other in the hot desert sands of northern Africa. They experience some harsh conditions and eventually find themselves in one of the last great cavalry charges of all time to capture the city of Beersheba. A very poignant and moving story about sacrifice, honor, and the bond between a man and his horse. It reminded me of WARHORSE, but with a very different outcome.

Based on a true story from World War I this tale about an Australian horse and the battle of Beersheba may not be for all readers. The horse is killed in the charge and many young children will have a hard time accepting that fact. For older children this book underscores the senselessness of war and the fact that good people and animals sacrifice their lives on the battlefield.

A childrens book, very happy with item!