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Mad Honey

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Mad Honey

Written by: Jodi Picoult, Jennifer Finney Boylan
Narrated by: Carrie Coon, Key Taw, Jodi Picoult, Jennifer Finn
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GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK • A soul-stirring novel about what we choose to keep from our past and what we choose to leave behind, from the New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here and the bestselling author of She’s Not There

Olivia McAfee knows what it feels like to start over. Her picture-perfect life—living in Boston, married to a brilliant cardiothoracic surgeon, raising their beautiful son, Asher—was upended when her husband revealed a darker side. She never imagined that she would end up back in her sleepy New Hampshire hometown, living in the house she grew up in and taking over her father’s beekeeping business.

Lily Campanello is familiar with do-overs, too. When she and her mom relocate to Adams, New Hampshire, for her final year of high school, they both hope it will be a fresh start.

And for just a short while, these new beginnings are exactly what Olivia and Lily need. Their paths cross when Asher falls for the new girl in school, and Lily can’t help but fall for him, too. With Ash, she feels happy for the first time. Yet at times, she wonders if she can trust him completely. . . .

Then one day, Olivia receives a phone call: Lily is dead, and Asher is being questioned by the police. Olivia is adamant that her son is innocent. But she would be lying if she didn’t acknowledge the flashes of his father’s temper in Ash, and as the case against him unfolds, she realizes he’s hidden more than he’s shared with her.

Mad Honey is a riveting novel of suspense, an unforgettable love story, and a moving and powerful exploration of the secrets we keep and the risks we take in order to become ourselves.

*Includes a downloadable PDF of recipes from the book

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©2022 Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan (P)2022 Random House Audio
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Amazing book, until the end.

We loved it, until the last few pages. We felt it was easy and convenient, and wanted a “Holly, where the heck did that come from” like the surprise in court with Lily. Very much enjoyed it.

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Wow!

Jodi Picoult is one of my fav authors. She never ceases to amaze me. What a compelling story and I definitely learned a lot along the way.

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captivated start to finish

I found it interesting to listen to the authors notes at the end. I have absolutely no idea which wrote what. the storytelling was seamless.

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Absolutely one of the best books out there!

Learned so much from this book about Trans expression. I feel this books should be a must read for everyone!

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Go in blind!!!!

This was an incredibly interesting story! I love Jodi Picoult, so I didn’t research this book much before purchasing it, and I suggest you do the same. I don’t think I would have necessarily picked this one knowing the story, since I don’t know much about this topic… but WOW did I learn a lot and really got attached to these characters! One of my new favourites. The narrators were also amazing!

Just realized I didn’t submit this review until a year later and I still think about this book!!!

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Not what I expected but was amazed

Written beautifully, great story and very thought provoking. It made me think about a lot of things I never have before or felt the need to.

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Compelling

Jodi and Jennifer together weave a fascinating story about the life of a transgender woman in a small New Hampshire town. Love interests, family and friends all are key stakeholders in the “secret “ - who to tell, why and when. Absolutely recommend this book

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Loved it!

I loved this story. I find anytime I read something by Jodi Picoult, I learn about something more than I thought I would. This time it was bee farming. I’m game for a sequel!

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loved this one.

loved this one it was hard to turn off! and offered some valuable knowledge and perspective around what it means to be transgender.

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A must read for all

Really enjoyed the story. Well written and captivating. It sheds light on the struggles of trans youth and teaches us about acceptance.

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