The Secret Life of Bees
Author: Sue Monk Kidd
Narrator: Jenna Lamia
Unabridged: 9 hr 54 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Published: 01/28/2003
Category: Fiction - Literary
Author: Sue Monk Kidd
Narrator: Jenna Lamia
Unabridged: 9 hr 54 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Published: 01/28/2003
Category: Fiction - Literary
i had heard this book mentioned a few times, it was on the ny times list, and it was ok but i dont see what all the hype was about. its one of those hallmark specials kind of books, and i dont really too much love any of the characters. you might as well read it but dont expect too much.
I picked this book up on a whim while at the local bookstore. I was not sure what to expect when I began, but immediately, the words flew off the page, enveloping me in their story. There was no option but to dive in and enjoy the ride. If you are willing to take an emotional journey, I would recommend this book.
i too had no idea what to expect from this story, but i'm so glad i read it. the characters are facinating and so well developed. the story is heart-breaking and heart-warming all at the same time. i couldn't put this book down.
The write-up about this book refers to Lily's housekeeper, Rosaleen, having to skip town and adds that Lily takes the opportunity to go with her. In truth, it's Lily who takes the lead in escaping the oppression of her father and the small town where they live and running off to find the Black Madonna. The book is about her fantasy-like yearning to live with the so-called calendar sisters where she finds the mother's love she's wanted all her life. Sometimes you have to read a book to find out what it's really about. Nonetheless, I loved this little book and the reading of it. Lily's 14-year-old naivete is charming rather than exasperating, which I had expected given her age. Some time ago I gave this book as a gift to a friend even tho' I hadn't read it myself, but now that I have read it, I'm glad I chose it as a gift. It's a wonderful little story.
This was a book that I heard of but didn't know much about. I've been reading more whimsical chick books like the Stephanie Plum series and decided that I would check this out. And I am glad I did. I really, really enjoyed it. I really enjoyed the characters and I could picture myself being there and just enjoying it as the main character was. Definitely worth checking out. I just finished reading it and have already recommended it to friends.