I'm not sure specifically which 'Sheppard Boy Story' you mean as there could be many stories related to a shepherd boy. It could be about a boy's adventures while taking care of his sheep, like facing wild animals or having some interesting encounters in the fields.
The main character is surely the shepherd boy. However, there might be other characters as well. There could be the sheep that he takes care of. They are important as they are what the boy is responsible for. And there may be other villagers, perhaps an old man who gives the boy advice on how to better take care of the sheep, or some children from the village who sometimes play with the boy when he is not too busy with the flock.
One possible theme could be family. Christmas is often a time when families come together, and if Gene Sheppard's story is about his own experiences, family might play a central role.
Since I don't have much information on the 'Gene Sheppard Christmas Story', it might be a story that is unique to a certain group of people who know Gene Sheppard. It could include things like special Christmas recipes that were passed down in Gene Sheppard's family, or memorable Christmas trips that he took. It might also be a fictional story created by Gene Sheppard with elements of Christmas magic, like Santa Claus making a special appearance in his story, or a Christmas miracle that changes the lives of the characters in the story.
There's 'In the Shadow of Pain'. This fanfiction has John dealing with the aftermath of a brutal attack. It's full of emotional turmoil as he tries to come to terms with what happened. The author does a great job of portraying his internal conflict and the slow process of his healing.
Many Hurt John Sheppard fanfictions also explore the theme of isolation. Sometimes, even though he has friends, John can feel alone in his pain. This is often shown through his internal monologues and his struggle to open up to others. It makes the story more complex and interesting.
It's a complex plot twist. Through a series of unexpected events and strategic decisions during the time travel adventure, Patric Sheppard manages to position himself for the presidency.
Texas Jack might have been a character with a reputation in the community. He could have been a frontiersman, someone who was among the first to explore and settle in certain areas of Texas. He might have been involved in building relationships with Native Americans or in establishing trade routes. There are many possibilities.
In the Jack the Ripper story, Jack the Ripper was a very infamous figure. He preyed on women in a poor area of London. There have been many suspects proposed over time, from local butchers to members of the upper class trying to cover up some sordid secrets. But no one has been definitively proven to be him.