65 pages 2 hours read

Bonnie Garmus

Lessons in Chemistry

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus follows Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant chemist in the late 50s and early 60s who, after facing severe sexism and workplace injustices, becomes the star of a popular TV cooking show, "Supper at Six." Through her unconventional program, Elizabeth educates and empowers women, advocates for scientific thinking, and challenges societal norms. This book mentions suicide, sexual assault, and harassment.

Reviews & Readership

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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus has garnered praise for its compelling protagonist and humorous yet insightful narrative. Readers appreciate its feminist themes and engaging plot. Criticisms include occasional predictability and uneven pacing. Overall, it is lauded for its originality and relatability.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lessons in Chemistry?

Readers who enjoyed the strong female protagonists in The Madame Curie Complex or the unique blend of humor and science in Where'd You Go, Bernadette will find themselves captivated by Lessons in Chemistry. The book is ideal for those who appreciate witty, unconventional heroines and a seamless mix of historical fiction with a modern feminist twist.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Historical Fiction

Humor

Romance

Topics

Gender / Feminism

Themes

Identity: Femininity

Identity: Gender

Values/Ideas: Science & Technology