"The Medicine Horse" by Ulrike Dietmann is a captivating novel that describes the journey of a woman who undergoes a profound spiritual transformation following the tragic loss of her daughter in a riding accident. Valerie, a staunch rationalist and atheist, is confronted with the unexpected appearance of a horse named Gitanes, who introduces itself as a medicine horse and wishes to help her heal her inner wound. On a journey to Arizona, which she undertakes with the half-Indian Tom, Valerie discovers the spiritual traditions of the indigenous people and learns to appreciate the special abilities of horses. This narrative weaves together elements of grief, spirituality, and the deep connection between humans and animals, inviting readers to think beyond the boundaries of the rational.