Even though my pregnant butt is lazy I’ve been trying to keep my mind occupied with good books.

Spider’s Web by Agitha Christie

This was originally a play that was later made into a novel. It is a story about a woman who loves to exaggerate and tell little white lies to make things more interesting. She ends up getting caught in the middle of a murder mystery or “spider web” and has a hard time talking herself out of the murder since every one knows she often does not tell the truth.

A Lantern in Her Hand by Bess Streeter Aldrich

This has been my favorite so far this summer. This novel is about a young pioneer woman who has many talents and dreams of making something of herself. She marries for love instead of money and then follows her husband out West. She raises a family and puts their dreams before her own. The book follows Abbie through her life and shows the dedication of a mother.

This book really made me appreciate my mom and my grandma. This book really portrays how mothers are amazing and give up so much for their children. A great read!