"The Bees"

"The Bees" is a novel by Laline Paull set in a fictional hive of honeybees, exploring their social structure, behaviors, and survival. It follows Flora 717, a sanitation worker bee, as she navigates the complexities of hive life, including hierarchy, roles, and survival challenges. The story highlights themes of community, instinct, and resilience, illustrating how individual actions contribute to the health and stability of the hive. Through this, the novel offers insights into real bee ecology and the delicate balance of these vital pollinators, emphasizing their importance to ecosystems and agriculture.