A review by uss_mary_shelley
The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I've owned this book since 2014 and only just read it. It was a warm story with a lot of heart. I liked how bees were used throughout to tell us more.
Graphic: Racism, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Violence, Suicide, Racial slurs, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Police brutality and Mental illness
Minor: Vomit