“When he spoke, the roughness was gone from his voice. "I could tell you I did it. That's what you wanna hear. I could tell you she did it to herself, but both ways I'd be lying. It was you who did it, Lily. You didn't mean it, but it was you.”
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The Secret Life of Bees
Set in the 1960s, this novel follows the journey of a young African American girl named Lily as she seeks refuge with a distant relative and becomes involved in the lives of a beekeeping family. The story delves into the complexities of race relations, the power of family, and the transformative impact of love and community. more
Author
Sue Monk Kidd
Sue Monk Kidd is an American author known for her novels, particularly 'The Secret Garden' and 'The Invention of Wings'. Born on August 12, 1948, she has a passion for literature and writing from a young age. more
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