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Set on a hillslope near the quaint Irish village of Glennkill, the flock of sheep gathers to investigate the mysterious death of their shepherd, George, who lies killed beside a spade. The sheep, well-versed in literature thanks to George’s nightly readings, are unusually perceptive and use their collective wisdom and philosophical discussions to detect clues. Led by the clever Miss Maple, they interrogate local suspects—including the butcher Ham, the newcomer Rebecca, the rival shepherd Gabriel, and the enigmatic Father Will—while wrestling with personal doubts and human‑like emotions.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Leonie Swann
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