The Bees
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
340
Novel • Fiction
Beehive • Timeless
2014
Adult
18+ years
The Bees by Laline Paull follows Flora 717, a sanitation worker bee who defies her hive’s social hierarchy to explore higher roles and uncover secrets. Her journey in this totalitarian society highlights individuality, survival, and the hive’s inner workings. The novel merges elements of dystopian fiction with a unique bee-centric view.
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The Bees by Laline Paull has garnered generally positive reviews. Critics praise the novel for its imaginative premise and compelling world-building, highlighting Paull's ability to create a deeply immersive and unique societal structure within the beehive. However, some reviewers felt that certain plot developments were predictable and the anthropomorphic characters occasionally lacked depth. Overall, it is celebrated for its originality and vivid detail.
A reader who would enjoy The Bees by Laline Paull is likely fascinated by dystopian societies and enjoys anthropomorphic tales. Fans of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale or George Orwell's Animal Farm will appreciate its imaginative storytelling and social commentary, set against a richly detailed insect world.
51,152 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
340
Novel • Fiction
Beehive • Timeless
2014
Adult
18+ years
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