This is Tom Equels debut novel.
Tom Equels has spent a lifetime in the saddle — not just as a champion Paso Fino breeder and rider, but also as a decorated combat veteran whose love of horses has carried him from Florida racetracks to Irish stables to far-flung corners of the world. His debut novel, The Horseman’s Tale, captures that journey in a sweeping story about connection, resilience, and the bond between horse and rider.
Set in the 1960s and ’70s, the book follows a young horseman navigating the highs and lows of competition, the challenges of training, and the ways horses shape our courage and character. >From breaking colts in the Florida heat to galloping through emerald Irish fields, and even facing the harsh realities of war, the narrative blends real-life insight with page-turning adventure.
Equels knows these worlds intimately — he’s bred and trained Paso Finos that have taken national championships, and he’s spent decades immersed in equestrian life. That authenticity comes through in every chapter, making The Horseman’s Tale a read that resonates with anyone who’s ever felt the thrill of a good ride or the quiet trust of a horse’s gaze.
Today, Equels continues to share his passion for horses with riders and readers alike. The Horseman’s Tale is available in paperback, eBook, and as an audiobook on Audible.
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