I just finished The Enlightenment of Bees shortly after midnight last night. I found it refreshing, engulfing, and moving. It was different than most things that I read, and it took me a little longer than usual to finish it. I was pulled in to Rachel Linden's descriptions and paintings with words after only a handful of pages.
This book was the perfect recipe for me. There are so many threads in this book that I think most readers would be able to pick it up and identify with it. I was mostly interested in the humanitarian theme in the book, and Mia's stirring to create a new life for herself after her plans crumbled (pun intended).
Mia loves to bake the way I love to read. However, growing up she felt that baking wasn't grandiose enough to make a difference in the world. The book carries her overseas where many times her life is in danger and she finds herself wondering just how in the world she will ever find her path. The ending is wrapped up nicely with a bow, and the journey from the beginning to end is so meaningful and thought-provoking for me as an RN turned Industry Consultant.
My favorite quote from the book was probably the one that everyone loves. "Your place in this world is the space where your greatest passion meets the world's greatest pain." I found that I made more highlights on my kindle with this book than any other I've reviewed so far. And, it's probably one of those that needs a place on my physical shelf, as it took up a lot of space in my heart. Rachel's gift for description is unlike anything I've read in quite awhile. She uses familiar smells associated with home and warmth and sprinkles them throughout the book, anchoring the reader in a profound way. I LOVED IT!
Thank you @Netgalley #netgalley and @thomasnelson for the opportunity to read, review, and love this book! @rachellinden_writer I'm going to be a lifelong lover of your writing. I see you are just starting on a brand new one. I'm excited to read your previous works and am looking forward to the ones unwritten. #theenlightenmentofbees #loveabook #5stars #bookreviewer #mustread #greatbook #thomasnelson #movingbook
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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