Two women. Two centuries. One bond that outlasts them both.
In 1778 Cape Breton, Belle leaves Scotland with little more than her horses and her will to survive. Forced from her homeland by the Clearances, she arrives in British North America to find an unfamiliar land, a husband who expects obedience, and neighbors who are navigating their own displacement. What she builds—slowly, on her own terms—is a life.
In 1972 northern Arizona, Evie is a single mother who has fled an abusive past and landed in the high desert. When she rescues a fugitive mustang during a historic drought, she begins rebuilding—her ranch, her trust, her future. Her path eventually leads her to Nova Scotia, where something older than either of their stories waits.
Informed by Andrea Thalasinos’s background in sociology and her deep commitment to animal welfare, The Loneliness of Horses is a multigenerational novel about displacement, resilience, and the quiet, sustaining power of the bonds we form with animals.
For fans of Where the Crawdads Sing, The Horse Whisperer, and Outlander.
Andrea Thalasinos
Softcover: 978-1-961905-12-2 | $14.95
E-book: 978-1-961905-11-5 | $8.99
March 2025 | 332 pages
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Foreword, review by Addissyn House, March/April 2025
“From the first page of this book, the story captivated me. It’s more than a tale about the magical connection between people and horses. It’s also a unique tribute to the indomitable spirit we both share. Told with excellent voice and perfect pacing … it not only is a wonderful story, but also a testament to the power of spirit that unites us and the incredible relationships we all share.”
—Abigail Drake, award-winning and best-selling author of Love, Chocolate and a
Dog Named Al Capone
“Bidding farewell to the characters of this enchanting novel left me with a tinge of heartache, a testament to their impact on my heart and imagination. This beautifully crafted narrative delves into the relationship between humans and horses, alongside women’s role as their advocates throughout the ages. The resilience and bravery of these characters touched me deeply…”
—Julia Huffman, TEDX speaker and Executive Producer of the Medicine of the Wolf
“This spiritual and thoughtful exploration of life was a thought-provoking book which touched my heart. The character of Evie and her compassion for all living things was a model for all advocates and reminds us of the importance of empathy.”
—Sandy Sisti, Wild at Heart Images, Wapiti, Wyoming
“The Loneliness of Horses is a beautiful love story told through the eyes of generations of displaced individuals who each become connected with wild and displaced animals. It is also of women making tough decisions. It’s a story of emigration. And finally, this book will let its reader know that there is nothing quite so settling as finding real companionship.”
—Joanne Berg, Owner of Mystery to Me Bookstore, Madison, Wisconsin