‘Horse of Fire’: An Extraordinary Horse Describes His Life

Stories of the profound connection between horses and their owners have inspired countless animal lovers. A new book by Lisa Pruitt, “Horse of Fire” (published by AuthorHouse - http://www.authorhouse.com), highlights this phenomenon in a unique way. In this heartfelt adventure, it is the author’s beloved horse, JJ Luck, who tells the story of his life and the close link to his human companion.

When JJ Luck was born, it was assumed by his humans that he would become a racing horse. With a lineage that included famous racers such as Sea Biscuit, racing was understood to be his destiny. However, at just three years old the fiery stallion was retired from racing and began waiting for the woman who would bring him to his true home. When Pruitt arrived to look at JJ for the first time, the horse was gaunt and lanky - yet there was an instant connection. Weeks later, when JJ was taken to Pruitt’s pasture, he galloped, rejoiced and understood that he was beginning the best part of his life so far. JJ Luck also named his owner - “Fire Horse.”

Through JJ’s eyes the readers gain a unique perspective into his life with his owner Fire Horse. From friendships with Pruitt’s other horses to experiences at three-day event competitions, JJ Luck describes his perspective on performing in natural horsemanship events. He also recounts the adventures he took with Fire Horse to Las Vegas and Denver, where they demonstrated natural horsemanship with an internationally recognized horseman. Finally, this special horse describes his work as a guide - a perfect fit for his intuitive nature and an outlet for sharing his gift with those who need it most.

The author weaves a heart-warming memoir of JJ Luck, an intelligent, gentle soul with a fiery spirit. “Horse of Fire” speaks to the human-animal connection and provides readers with insight into not only horses’ lives and their intuitive nature, but also the powerful story of one extraordinary horse and his exceptional owner.

About the Author: Lisa Pruitt received her Ph.D. from Brown University in 1993 and since that time has been a professor of mechanical engineering and bioengineering at the University of California at Berkeley. She works in the area of orthopedic devices and structural tissues. She has nearly 200 publications in her research field and received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring. Pruitt has loved horses all of her life and most recently immersed herself in the study of natural horsemanship and the use of horses in equine-guided education. She works with her own horses to help facilitate her mentoring practice. The author lives in Sonoma County, Calif. with her husband, daughter and two horses. “Horse of Fire” is her first book.