"Hour of the Bees" is a novel by Lindsay Eagar that follows a young girl named Caroline during her summer visit to her grandfather's ranch in New Mexico. As she navigates her feelings about her family's changes, she discovers the importance of family history and the natural world around her. The story intertwines themes of loss, growth, and the connection between humans and nature. Through her interactions with her grandfather and the mysterious bees, Caroline learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the passage of time, ultimately finding her own voice and place in the world.