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Queen Bee

Dorothea Benton Frank
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Queen Bee

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2023

Book Brief

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Dorothea Benton Frank

Queen Bee

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 2010s

Publication Year

2023

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

770L

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Super Short Summary

In Queen Bee by Dorothea Benton Frank, a woman named Holly reconnects with her family and neighbors on Sullivan's Island, South Carolina. As Holly navigates life’s challenges and relationships, themes of community, resilience, and self-discovery emerge. The story portrays family dynamics and personal growth in a coastal, Southern setting.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

3,513 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dorothea Benton Frank's Queen Bee garners praise for its charming Southern setting and vividly drawn characters, delivering humor and heart. However, some reviewers note a predictable plot and occasional melodrama. Despite these critiques, the novel's warm, feel-good nature and engaging storytelling leave a lasting impression on readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Queen Bee?

Readers who cherish southern fiction, family dynamics, and heartwarming tales will enjoy Queen Bee by Dorothea Benton Frank. Fans of Mary Alice Monroe’s The Beach House or Elin Hilderbrand’s The Identicals will appreciate Frank's poignant storytelling, relatable characters, and vivid Charleston setting.

4.0

3,513 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Carolina • 2010s

Publication Year

2023

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

770L

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