According to folklore, a metaphorical Dark Horse describes an individual who, previously overlooked, unexpectedly emerges from the shadows of secrecy, revealing their true capability. At Darleigh Dale Hall, the archetypal Dark Horse may be horse or human, with a talent either strongly desirable or insidiously malevolent.

Tia Garcia is a devoted young student Veterinary Physiotherapist from an underprivileged background. She is open-hearted and deeply empathic towards horses, holding the highest standards of ethical sport horsemanship. Aiming for a life-long career dedicated to horses, she feels truly blessed to have gained an idyllic work placement at the opulent 500 acre Darleigh Dale Hall owned by wealthy celebrities.

The story begins with Tia riding a young horse around the estate on her first day at work where she meets an attractive, enigmatic plantsman. She finds herself romantically attracted to him but is he who she assumes him to be?

She is soon immersed in a thrilling, intensely challenging world of competitive showjumping, luxury, glamour and opportunity. How will she respond to a coworker's jealousy? Having become directly involved in a decade-long equestrian mystery overshadowing the family of Darleigh Dale Hall, how will she avert the potentially harmful consequences? How will the outcome impact on her career?

Created for young adult equestrians, this wholesome, fast-moving, entertaining, heartwarming story will appeal to all who have a passion for drama that combines a horse riding lifestyle with the perplexities of emotional relationship ambiguity and intrigue.