The Civil Rights Act was passed in 1964, the year that The Secret Life of Bees took place.

What compelled Rosaleen to spit on the three men's shoes? What does it take for a person to stand up with conviction against brutalizing injustice? What did you like best about Rosaleen?

What about Zach and Lily? They had a very close relationship that was quite taboo? Do you think they could have had any future together?

Hi everyone. Sorry for being late. I've lost my copy of The Secret Life of Bees somewhere in my house and it's making me insane because I can't find it!
Now - on to the questions!

1. What was your overall opinion of the book?

2. What character did you like/dislike? Why?

Hello everyone!

This month's selection is The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd. I am looking forward to the group discussion in a few weeks.

Enjoy!