The Birth House

I put this book on hold after it was recommended by my favorite 'mommy blog' Clover Lane and I loved it. Set in a small town in Nova Scotia during WWI, it follows a girl named Dora Rare as she transitions from childhood to womanhood and becomes a midwife along the way. The societal issues and point of view was fascinating- realizing how far we have come but how similar we are in some ways. Loved it.

Cleopatra's Daughter

Just finished this awesome historical novel by Michelle Moran about the children of Marc Antony and Cleopatra, twins Selene and Alexander who lose their parents young and are taken back to Rome to be raised at court. The glimpse into their world- the politics, gender roles, religions, and fashion was fascinating. Will read more of her books again soon I hope!