Hunt, Angela Elwell, 1957- Jerusalem Road #2

Sequel to: Daughter of Cana

Pheodora, sister of Yeshua of Nazareth, is wed to a simple shepherd from Bethlehem. He is invited to join the Pharisees, which brings an opportunity to elevate the family's status-- though some aspects of the lifestyle come contrary to what Pheodora has been taught. When her husband is thrown into debtors' prison, she must pin her hopes on the birth of two spotless goats to sell for the upcoming Yom Kippur sacrifice so that she can provide for her daughters. Calling on her wits, her family, and her God, can she trust that He will hear and help a lowly shepherd's wife? -- adapted from back cover

When her shepherd husband is thrown into debtor's prison amid a reversal of fortune, Yeshua of Nazareth's sister, Pheodora, pins her family's hopes for survival on her faith and two expectant she-goats