"The Sheepfarmer's Daughter" is a fantasy novel by Elizabeth Moon, part of the Deed of Paksenarrion series. The story follows Paksenarrion Dorthansdotter, a young woman who leaves her life as a sheep farmer's daughter to pursue her dream of becoming a soldier. As she trains and faces various challenges, Paks discovers her own strength and abilities. The novel explores themes of honor, duty, and personal growth, set against a backdrop of a richly developed world filled with magic and adventure.