Sheep's Clothing

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by Josi S. Kilpack

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Six children keep Kate Thompson busy. Her oldest daughter, Jess, is almost sixteen and acting the part — something Kate had hoped to avoid. Yet, she's quick to remind herself that it could be so much worse. Besides, there are more important things to worry about than adolescent moodiness, like convincing her husband that they're ready for one more baby.

Jess gave up competing for attention at home a long time ago. But now, even her best friend doesn't seem to have time for her. Then Jess meets Emily online. Unlike everyone else in Jess's life, she can talk to Emily about anything. Emily understands her. Emily listens.

When the unthinkable happens, and Jess disappears, Brad and Kate Thompson realize that they missed something — something big. How could this happen in their home? To their daughter? Most important, will Jess ever come home again?

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Great book, scary topic

Cheri, UT - April 15, 2011

This book addresses one of the topics scary for every parent. I kept thinking about my children, my parenting, and what I would do if my child started behaving in a way that raised those red flags. I also thought it was important to show that the worst can happen even if the child seems to be turning it around and improving--and the author did this. If I have one complaint, it's that Jess's recovery after the fact was glossed over to the point that it felt too easy. What happened to her is not something that can be overcome in months; it takes years. We could call her one of the "lucky" ones, but at the same time that's the main part that just didn't strike me as real enough.

I also liked how the author portrayed the family as loving, but imperfect. Even though while reading it I was almost screaming "but she didn't mean that" and "why are you being so stubborn" they did eventually get around to communicating.

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