The Secret Life of Bees, Sue Monk Kidd

I believe this is the only book I have read by Sue Monk Kidd - and I see why she is so well-respected.

An incredibly well-written, eye-opening read about a little white girl who essentially is raised, at least in all ways that matter, by black sisters, in a time where the colors did not mix; 1964.

The bee-keeping sisters give the little girl love, hope, a reason to dream, and people to call family. She learns about faith through a Black Madonna and what being an honorable person is about.

This book should be a must-read for all, it’s filled with reasons why we should not see people for their color but their inner self. If I were a teacher, I would make this required reading.

So well done, Ms. Kidd.