"Flicka" is a novel written by Mary O'Hara in 1941, centered around a young girl named Ken McLaughlin who forms a deep bond with a wild horse named Flicka. Set on a ranch in Wyoming, the story explores themes of friendship, responsibility, and the connection between humans and animals. The book has been adapted into several films, with the most notable version released in 2006, starring Alison Lohman as Ken. The story emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting nature, as well as the challenges of growing up and finding one's place in the world.