The Trouble with Goats and Sheep

A neighbor disappears. Two young girls set out to find the missing woman by seeking out God.

It's a mystery. It's a coming-of-age novel. It's historical fiction. It's philosophical. It's a bit of a romp, even:


I was just about to turn away when I saw it.

“Look, Tilly.” I tapped on the glass.

There was a cross. A large brass crucifix, which stood on a shelf over the fireplace....

“I was right all along.” I stared at the cross. “We were just searching in the wrong houses.”

“I don't think that definitely means God is here, though,” said Tilly. “My mum has loads of recipe books, but she never actually does any cooking.”


I loved the characters and the setting and the story.