The Secret Life Of Bees

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A multi-million-copy bestselling novel from the award-winning author of The Invention of Wings. Set in South Carolina, The Secret Life of Bees follows Lily Owens, a young girl whose life has been defined by the hazy memory of the day her mother died. When Lily’s devoted black caregiver, Rosaleen, offends prominent racists in their town, Lily orchestrates their escape. They flee to Tiburon, South Carolina, a place that holds clues to her mother’s history. Taken in by a unique trio of black beekeeping sisters, Lily enters their captivating world of bees and honey. Through this experience, Lily embarks on a journey of self-discovery and unravels the mystery of her mother’s past. “A wonderful book, by turns sad, full of incident and shot through with grown-up magic.” – Daily Telegraph
“Charming, funny, moving.” – The Times
“Wonderfully written, powerful, poignant—read it!” – Joanna Trollope Reader reviews highlight the book’s emotional impact:
“One of the most poignant and heart-tugging books I have ever read.”
“Emotional and heart-breaking, yet full of hope and love. This wonderful book will stay with me for a long time to come.”
“One of the best books I’ve read in a while. Touching, well-written, beautiful, full of expression, insightful.”
“A beautifully written masterpiece. I loved the writing, the descriptions, the humor sprinkled through the story. There was sadness and love, hope and forgiveness.”

About the Author

Sue Monk Kidd is the author of three novels, all of which have been international bestsellers: The Secret Life Of Bees, The Mermaid Chair and The Invention Of Wings. The Secret Life Of Bees spent two years on the New York Times bestseller list, was long-listed for the Orange Prize, and was turned into an award-winning film. The Mermaid Chair and The Invention of Wings were both No. 1 New York Times bestsellers. Sue is also the author of several acclaimed non-fiction books including Travelling with Pomegranates, which she co-wrote with her daughter Ann Kidd Taylor. Sue lives in Florida with her husband Sandy.www.suemonkkidd.comTwitter @suemonkkidd

9780747266839 ISBN
Historical Fiction