The secret Life of BeesBy Sue Monk Kidd Set in South Carolina in 1964, The Secret Life of Bees tells the story of Lilly Owens, whose life has been shaped around the blurred memory of the afternoon her mother was killed. When Lilly's fierce-hearted black "stand-in-mother," Rosaleen, insults … [Read more...]
The Secret Life of Bees
I read this book in 2 days. Forty-eight wonderful hours of characters to fall in love with. I adore this type of book - character driven but with a point. This book is not without its heartbreak. The Secret Life of Bees takes place in South Carolina in 1964 during the heart of the Civil Rights … [Read more...]
Movie Review – The Women
Ever in the mood for a chick flick? Well, have I got one for you. The Women is Director/Screenwriter/Producer Diane English's (of Murphy Brown fame) theatrical film debut. The female-only star-studded cast (the first male character isn't glimpsed until the last scene) includes Meg Ryan, … [Read more...]