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Hour of the Bees

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016

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Lindsay Eagar

Hour of the Bees

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Mexico • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

670L

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Super Short Summary

Published in 2016, Hour of the Bees by Lindsay Eagar follows 12-year-old Carol, who spends a transformative summer at her grandfather's sheep ranch in New Mexico, helping prepare it for sale and care for her grandfather, Serge, who has dementia. Entwined with Serge's enchanting stories about the land's magic and history, Carol begins to embrace her roots and the enchanting world around her.

Mysterious

Fantastical

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.4

7,281 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hour of the Bees by Lindsay Eagar is lauded for its lyrical prose and skillful blend of magical realism and family drama. Readers appreciate its complex characters and profound themes of heritage and identity. However, some find the pacing slow and the plot predictable. Overall, it captivates readers with its emotional depth and imaginative storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hour of the Bees?

The ideal reader for Hour of the Bees by Lindsay Eagar enjoys family-oriented narratives with magical realism. Fans of Pam Muñoz Ryan's Echo or Kate DiCamillo's The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane will appreciate this blend of folklore and real-world challenges, particularly those interested in intergenerational relationships and cultural heritage.

4.4

7,281 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Mexico • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

Lexile Level

670L

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