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Book Review of The Secret Life of Bees

The Secret Life of Bees
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Helpful Score: 3


Young girl finds solace with three sisters and housekeeper who helps her make sense out of a tragic event in her past and the confusion and turmoil she carries in her soul because of it.

I fought with myself over the past year about buying this book and couldn't fathom the popularity of it. In fact I was a bit put out after reading the back cover and thinking, "Oh another one of those type of stories...no thanks." If it wasn't for this site, I would not have bothered. But after page three I was hooked. This was a wonderful, wonderful book. The connection you feel between the girl and the women are one of the heart and soul, truly experienced in every word read. The characters are solid and complex, the plot heartbreaking and rewarding. This is a must read.