High Hurdles Books in Order
Part ofLauraine Snelling Books in OrderFind Lauraine Snelling's High Hurdles books in order, with summaries, series background on DJ's show-jumping ambitions, and guidance on where to start reading.
Last updated:
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases (at no extra cost to you).
High Hurdles books in publication order
10 books
DJ's Challenge
by Lauraine Snelling
1995
DJ Randall finally has her own horse and can resume jumping lessons, but family life with her mother grows strained. An unexpected job opportunity in Los Angeles threatens to separate DJ from Major and her riding dreams.
Olympic Dreams
by Lauraine Snelling
1995
Determined to become an Olympic show jumper, DJ Randall teams up with her best friend Amy to earn money for a horse. Just as their plan appears to succeed, unexpected problems threaten the goal they have worked toward.
Out of the Blue
by Lauraine Snelling
1996
Fourteen-year-old DJ Randall receives a call from the father she has never met, who suddenly wants a place in her life. His arrival complicates changing family relationships and leaves DJ uncertain how much to trust him.
Setting the Pace
by Lauraine Snelling
1996
DJ Randall confronts a riding-school newcomer's racist treatment of her friend while her mother announces plans to remarry. Seeking guidance through her faith, DJ must navigate cruelty at the academy and unexpected changes at home.
Storm Clouds
by Lauraine Snelling
1997
DJ Randall visits her father's Arabian horse ranch to escape tension before her mother's wedding. Heavy storms turn the weekend into an emergency as rising floodwaters threaten the horses and force DJ to confront immediate danger.
Close Quarters
by Lauraine Snelling
1998
DJ Randall's newly blended family squeezes into a small house while awaiting a move. Between riding duties, schoolwork, jealousy, and competing interests, she struggles to find privacy and belonging without sparking a larger family conflict.
Moving Up
by Lauraine Snelling
1998
DJ Randall prepares for her first rated horse show while facing a move from her childhood home. A growing note-card business, family commitments, and art activities leave her struggling to make enough time for Major.
Letting Go
by Lauraine Snelling
1999
Advancing into more demanding horse shows, DJ Randall is told Major cannot carry her toward Olympic ambitions. An offer of a talented new horse forces her to weigh opportunity against the deep bond with her faithful companion.
Raising the Bar
by Lauraine Snelling
1999
DJ Randall moves closer to her Olympic goal but struggles to connect with her new horse Herndon. Remembering the partnership she had with Major, she must find confidence in a different mount as competitive demands increase.
Class Act
by Lauraine Snelling
2000
After suffering serious burns while rescuing horses from a fire, DJ Randall faces a painful recovery. Family and friends support her, but fear that she may never ride again becomes the greatest obstacle to her Olympic dreams.
Edited by
Software engineer whose passion for tracking book recommendations from podcasts inspired the creation of MRB.
Lead investor at 3one4 Capital whose startup expertise and love for books helped shape MRB and its growth.




























Comments
Did we miss something? Have feedback?
Help us improve this page by sharing your thoughts