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keen23's review against another edition
3.0
Holly was a Mary Sue, for sure. But the rest of the characters were OK.
ckeithjohnson's review against another edition
3.0
This isn't my style, and this book had some bonkers plot points. Some flat and despicable characters, and some pretty god awful dialogue. With all that said, I was entertained. It wasn't a bad way to spend a few hours.
rosemwood's review against another edition
4.0
A charming little story. This story is part of a series of Low country stories. There is tragedy, heartbreak, hope, renewal that a family goes through with the help of some honey bees, two little boys and a couple of drag queens.
sarojaede's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
whimsicaljune's review against another edition
5.0
I received a free ARC from Netgalley and Harper Collins. All opinions expressed are my own.
Holly is a homebody stuck living with her Mama, while her sister Leslie is living the good life. Holly fills her days with her bee hives, watching the neighbors boys and decorating cakes at the local grocery store. She wishes her life could be something different, but when she gets the chance will she run far away or realize she’s already living her best life?
I truly enjoyed this book. The beekeeping aspect was especially interesting to me as I am considering beekeeping myself. The characters we all very interesting and lovable. Being from the south myself, I had to laugh at some of the things I read. The phrases used are just like home. I love the sense of humor of the characters as well.
This was another book I couldn't put down and will recommend it to my patrons.
Holly is a homebody stuck living with her Mama, while her sister Leslie is living the good life. Holly fills her days with her bee hives, watching the neighbors boys and decorating cakes at the local grocery store. She wishes her life could be something different, but when she gets the chance will she run far away or realize she’s already living her best life?
I truly enjoyed this book. The beekeeping aspect was especially interesting to me as I am considering beekeeping myself. The characters we all very interesting and lovable. Being from the south myself, I had to laugh at some of the things I read. The phrases used are just like home. I love the sense of humor of the characters as well.
This was another book I couldn't put down and will recommend it to my patrons.
n_heraty's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Did not like the characters or storylines. Felt like it was a book written in the 70’s or 80’s with the nasty nature of the interactions not 2019. Did learn a lot about bees though.
vickiroberts082457's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book. First of all it’s a fun story of love and all the ups and downs that come along the road to happiness. But ultimately the perfect matches are made. Second it’s a wonderful homage to nature. We see honeybees around us but we give little thought as to how important they are. The book reminds us to nurture ourselves and our world.
mschrock8's review against another edition
4.0
Keeping this one for the inscription.
Child-care for the same price as boarding cats!
"The sooner you get married, the sooner I get cake!"
Child-care for the same price as boarding cats!
"The sooner you get married, the sooner I get cake!"
lbacon315's review against another edition
The main character is very annoying to me, as is her mother. It sounded like a good book, but I can't force myself to read it and end up in a possible slump.