A review by bmpicc
The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Bees. Check. 1960's. Check. Coming of age. Check. Family mystery. Check. This book is like sprinkles of all my favorite things. I opted for the audiobook and I'm glad. I liked the voice of the narrator.

"I laid my head on his shoulder and wondered how he could stand me. In one short morning I had exhibited insane laughter, hidden lust, pissy behavior, self-pity, and hysterical crying. If I'd been trying to show him my worst sides, I could not have done a better job than this."
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