When I saw that this book was about cowboys and rodeos in the 1940's, I have to admit that I wasn't too sure about reading it. But I gave it a chance and quickly discovered that it was so much more than that. It is primarily the story of the relationship between twin brothers, Will and Denny. Will is the would-be rodeo star, and Denny is a sweet boy who has Down's Syndrome. Despite the obstacles that go along with that disease, Denny is able to do many things that his brother can do.
It is Will's dream, though, to break away from the limiting role of being Denny's caretaker and starting his own life with the rodeo. He tries to run away but discovers Denny following him.
The story becomes one of adventure in the wild countryside of Colorado. Scenes from the rodeo, too, are gripping and make for exciting reading.
You can enjoy this book on several levels. It is a moving tale of the love between two brothers as well as an adventurous story of the great West. Either way, it is definitely worth reading.