Two young people, one young man and one young woman, Shasta and Aravis both have Narnian horses, and when their own situation becomes bad, the horses convince them to run away to Narnia, where people and animals are free. They meet along the trail, and form an alliance. Aslan scares them, or herds them along the way. Aravis is from an aristocratic family, Shasta from a poor family. When they reach the city of Tashbaan, the capital of Calormen, they are both worried of being identified and sent home. The dress as poor people, leading dumb beasts of burden. The horses cut their tails to play the part. Shasta is mistaken for the Prince of Archenlan, who is visiting Tashbaan with King Edmond and Queen Susan. Prince Rabadash of the Calormen is infatuated with Susan, and they are visiting as part of a courtship. However Queen Susan has decided he is not the man for her. However they have to use deceit to get out of town. Prince Corin, of Archenland returns, and Shasta is able to continue his journey. Prince Rabadash is angry at being rejected, and takes 200 horse to attack Archenland, and then Narnia. Aravis has overheard the plans, and consequently the journey is not just a journey to freedom, but also a journey to warn the people, as the army of Archenland is close on their heals.
This story includes a twist. There is one part which is a bit confusing. Aslan scratches Aravis' back, and wounds her severely. He later explains it was so she would know the injury she caused a servant girl who was beaten because she ran away.
When Narnia comes to the assistance of Archenland it is Edmond and Lucy who lead the Narnians. Peter is in the North battling giants.
I very much enjoyed this adventure.
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