The book is a fictional account, very much in James Herriot's style, of the author's first post as team vicar in a Yorkshire village.

David is well characterised as a young, likeable but slightly nervous young man who is determined to bring God's love to his new parishioners. Not that it is overtly religious: the descriptions of services, often complete with practical problems inherent in an ancient church building, are factual and often amusing.

There is some humour that almost made me laugh out loud, and some very moving moments which brought a tear to my eye. The whole is narrated slightly tongue-in-cheek, with excellent flow. I hope I can get hold of the sequel sometime. Highly recommended to anyone who enjoyed James Herriot's books. ( )