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# The Secret Life of Bees

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desertcart.com: The Secret Life of Bees: 9780142001745: Kidd, Sue Monk: Books

Review: Favorite book - This is my favorite book ever (maybe a tie with The Help). I just loved the story. I have sent this as a gift to both adolescents and adults, and both age groups say they loved it.
Review: Beautifully Written - The Secret Life of Bees is a beautifully written novel that captivated me from beginning to end. The author’s storytelling is immersive, making me feel as if I were living within the pages alongside the characters. The narrative flows effortlessly, keeping me engaged with every twist and turn. What stood out most was how deeply moving the story was. The emotional depth and well-developed characters made for a powerful reading experience. Every moment felt authentic, pulling me into the characters’ struggles, joys, and triumphs. If you’re looking for a book that is both compelling and emotionally resonant, I highly recommend this book. It’s a story that stays with you long after the final page.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,909 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #17 in Black & African American Historical Fiction (Books) #155 in Psychological Fiction (Books) #390 in Literary Fiction (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (35,557) |
| Dimensions  | 7.92 x 5.24 x 0.61 inches |
| Edition  | First Edition |
| ISBN-10  | 0142001740 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0142001745 |
| Item Weight  | 2.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 352 pages |
| Publication date  | January 28, 2003 |
| Publisher  | Penguin Books |
| Reading age  | 18 years and up |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Favorite book
*by J***R on January 17, 2026*

This is my favorite book ever (maybe a tie with The Help). I just loved the story. I have sent this as a gift to both adolescents and adults, and both age groups say they loved it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautifully Written
*by L***O on March 15, 2025*

The Secret Life of Bees is a beautifully written novel that captivated me from beginning to end. The author’s storytelling is immersive, making me feel as if I were living within the pages alongside the characters. The narrative flows effortlessly, keeping me engaged with every twist and turn. What stood out most was how deeply moving the story was. The emotional depth and well-developed characters made for a powerful reading experience. Every moment felt authentic, pulling me into the characters’ struggles, joys, and triumphs. If you’re looking for a book that is both compelling and emotionally resonant, I highly recommend this book. It’s a story that stays with you long after the final page.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Secret Life of Bees :)
*by T***8 on September 26, 2011*

The Secret Life of Bees written by Sue Monk Kidd is amazing story of a young girl's journey to find out the truth about her deceased mother. The story follows fourteen year old Lily Owens, a young girl living in Sylvan, South Carolina during the civil rights era. She is raised by her father T.Ray, a peach farmer, who has been anything but fatherly towards Lily. Her mother, Deborah, passed when Lily was a young child. Lily knows very little about the death of her mother, expect for the fact that it was she who took her life. The only mother figure in her life is their African American housekeeper, Rosaleen. After a terrifying altercation while Rosaleen attempted to register to vote, both Lily and Rosaleen are forced to flee Sylvan. Lily takes along with her a few of her most prized possessions that once belonged to her mother, including a photograph of a Black Madonna with the town of Tiburon, South Carolina written on the back. Lily, longing to know the truth about her mother sets out with Rosaleen to Tiburon. Once in Tiburon they meet the three Boatwright sisters who take in Lily and Rosaleen. Lily spends the summer learning the ins and outs of beekeeping from August Boatwright the eldest of the three sisters. As it turns out Lily learns more than just about bee keeping in that summer, she learns about life, spirituality, love, strength, acceptance, and most importantly she learns the truth she`s been longing for. Sue Monk Kidd does an amazing job of creating an emotional connection between the reader and the story. She writes with such vivid description and emotion that you as a reader cannot help but feel Lily's pain. She finds a way to tell such a sad story in a beautiful and eloquent way. The Secret Life of Bees is complex and the characters have many layers that keeps the story interesting. As a reader I felt just as anxious as Lily did to learn the truth about what had really happened to her mother. You also develop personal connections with the story and its characters. We all know someone like August who is caring and compassionate for all people, and we can all relate to the grief felt when we lose someone we love. As readers we get to see Lily grow and blossom right before our very eyes. I can almost certainly guarantee you will fall in love with this emotional story and grow very fond of it's characters. Sue Monk Kidd also does an amazing job at connecting the life of a bee to situations taking place within the novel, it all really comes full circle once you've completed the book. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys coming of age stories. Women and girls will find a deep connection to this book, especially those who have experienced the loss of a mother or someone close in their lives. The Secret Life of Bees empowering, inspirational, and a good and easy read. I found myself at times unable to close the book wanting to know more. However, I would not recommend this book particularly for a male audience. The main characters are primarily women and the issues they face are often not relatable to the average man. Overall, it's a great and enjoyable book, so get out there and read it!

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