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CAROLINE LEE
a book bubble about
Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre
Children's Books
Author Insight
Just Stop!
Reading this passage, I'm reflecting on the last time I was in a potentially dangerous situation. Just last week, after entering a neighborhood crosswalk on our 'sunset saunter' I was terrified. My husband and I sometimes joke about risking our lives as we cross the busy Ocean Avenue (A1A) during rush hour. Gallows humor, of course, because it's a race along the coast as bikes and cars do their best to not give way, despite the warning signs. Sure enough, we were halfway across the painted asphalt strip when a car barreled down on us and failed to stop. It was a frightening moment as we backtracked several yards and I let loose with some adrenaline-fueled screams. I think my shrieks finally got the driver's attention (or was it guilt?) because he actually stopped about 30 yards past the crosswalk. Fortunately, I wasn't in the kill zone that particular day, but I wish drivers would remember that it's the law in FL - just stop!
Book Excerpt
Maxzyne and the Old Horse Theatre
“Like I was saying, guys. Luis, we need more cartwheels and handstands during this number. Give me a breakout move when the lights change and …”
The sound of splintering wood and thrashing behind Maxzyne is terrifying. She forgets everything, including the need to stay hidden, and scurries to safety. Goosebumps rise on her arms and neck as a streak of black mane, tail, and hooves pounds past her.
Caesar! She gasps as the frightened horse races toward the ring. Certain that he is a danger to anything in his path, she screams. “Stop! Whoa, Caesar!”
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