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The Secret Life of Bees

by Sue Monk Kidd

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The Secret Life of Bees

Some discussion topics and questions for The Secret Life of Bees could include examining the themes of motherhood and female empowerment, analyzing the significance of the Black Madonna, exploring...

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At this point in the story, the significance of May's immediate outburst into song is somewhat unknown, but certainly brings up alarm and the question of what this might be foreshadowing. What is...

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The Secret Life of Bees

The key plot developments in The Secret Life of Bees include Lily Owens running away from her abusive father with her caretaker, Rosaleen. They find refuge with the Boatwright sisters, who are...

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By wondering and daring to ask about May's sensitivity, Lily is making an important decision.  She thinks to herself, "The last thing I wanted was to be like (May), but I didn't want to be...

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