The Loneliness of Horses. The novel showcases the remarkable journey of two women, Evie and Belle, whose lives connect across the vast expanse of time. Set in different centuries, their stories illustrate how resilience and compassion transcend generations. Evie, a mother in Arizona during the 1970s, and Belle, a woman in Nova Scotia in the 1770s, navigate their unique challenges while finding strength through their bond with horses.