Bee Season
Bee Season
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Brief
275
Novel • Fiction
California • 1970s
2000
Adult
18+ years
1050L
Super Short Summary
Bee Season by Myla Goldberg follows fifth-grader Eliza Naumann, who unexpectedly excels in spelling bees, gaining her father Saul's intense support and altering family dynamics as her brother Aaron explores other religions and her mother Miriam secretly deals with kleptomania and mental health issues.
Contemplative
Emotional
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
25,854 ratings
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Review Roundup
Myla Goldberg's Bee Season explores family dynamics and personal quests through the lens of a young spelling bee champion. Praised for its intricate character development and brilliant prose, the novel also faces criticism for its pacing and occasional predictability. It's an engaging read that delves deeply into the complexities of familial relationships.
Who Should Read Bee Season?
Readers who enjoy family dramas with psychological depth and complex characters, similar to The Secret Life of Bees or Everything Is Illuminated, will be captivated by Myla Goldberg’s Bee Season. This book delves into themes of spirituality, identity, and family dynamics, appealing to those who appreciate introspective and thought-provoking narratives.
25,854 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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275
Novel • Fiction
California • 1970s
2000
Adult
18+ years
1050L
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