Book help? Thanks!!!!!?

Question

In the book The Secret Life of bees, how is August a "mother" to lily?

Answer 1

mmm i read that book and i think i remember..

it was long ago so forgive me if i dont answer you right.

   possibly from what i can remeber August treated lily like a daughter.. could that be it? maybe.

again  sorry if it wasnt much help  

Answer 2

She helps Lily to heal by nurturing, education, protection. August allows her into her family, so Lily can see what love is. She also sets limits as needed. She is never intrusive, but is present when Lily opens up, understanding that trust needed to be developed. Love goes beyond color.

We should all be like August-one h**l of a woman!!