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The Secret Life of Bees

by Sue Monk Kidd

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The Secret Life of Bees

In The Secret Life of Bees, quotes at the beginning of chapters often parallel the narrative. The Chapter 3 quote about locating a queen bee by her attendants symbolizes Lily's search for her...

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The Secret Life of Bees

Lily feels hurt and betrayed when Rosaleen moves into May's room, as she views it as an abandonment. Rosaleen reassures Lily that she isn't leaving her, explaining that the move is to help May, who...

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