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Book Review of The Secret Life of Bees

The Secret Life of Bees
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My aunt Janet told me Id love this book. When I bought it the lady at the bookstore said it was her favorite. I really understand why.

I wanted to read this before I saw the movie (just a rule i try to stick by) and im so glad i did. this was a great book- from start to end.

i dont want to go into too much detail and give the plot away, but the characters were great. it really made me want to be with my ma and sisters.

i loved the story- Lily, a young white girl in south carolina who's mother has passed and who's father is a dick runs away because of somehting that happens and finds herself in the home of three black sisters, one who is a beekeeper.

The book is a coming of age story and it kind of reminded me of How to Make an American Quilt. Strong women helping to make young girls find their way to becoming strong women.

READ IT!!!