I have now completed the book The Secret Life of Bees and all I can say is it was a wonderful book. This book had lots of development of characters, such as T. Ray showing his tenderness and embarrassment towards Lily after he almost hurt her.
One of the last scenes, with T. Ray finally showing up, was very suspenseful. It really showed how much Lily has developed throughout her time with August. At the start of the book Lily would be very hostile towards T. Ray and would immediately do whatever he said. When he showed up this time, she started off civil, and offered him a seat. Later when he demanded they leave, she refused and tried backing away from his physical abuse. She handled the whole situation a lot more maturely than usual, and was met with a lot more reward. By keeping her cool, she was able to stay with August, much with August's help.
I also need to mention the finality of the lies of Lily. Lily finally talked to August about her mother. It's incredible that their paths crossed so often, Lily and her mom. Although it was different times of their lives, they both showed up at August's and slept in the honey house. They also both were somewhat raised by August. August took the truth well, though she did know all along. She helped out Lily by giving her breaks and really showing her true colours. In all situations she is kind and caring, even at really emotional moments. I loved seeing how much she truly cares for Lily and all the motherly moments they had. It really shows that Lily is going to have a wonderful future with August, and will finally have a mother.
Lastly I want to say how I enjoyed the whole circle of the story coming to an end. The start of the book was about Rosaleen getting arrested when she wanted to vote. It ended with her finally getting her name on the voting list and even started having the charges dropped on her. It really completed all the problems first shown at the beginning.
This book started off as a harsh and heartbreaking story, yet ended tenderly and sweetly, offering joy and hope. Lily finally knows she belongs in this world, with August and Rosaleen, and is finally out of the horrible clutches of her father. This book was a real page turner, and I loved reading it.
Sarah S
May 31st, 2014
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