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wish i could give this a 4.9 bc that’s how i feel overall, but this story moved me to tears multiple times and i loved and rooted for the characters deeply. love the themes of science vs. religion throughout, and the many threads that all come together at the end.

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eseymour's review against another edition

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adventurous funny inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

elisabeth7291's review against another edition

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4.0

I really liked this book, and if I could give it 4.5 stars, I would. It was all the rage when I first heard about it, and then I started seeing more "just couldn't get into it" reviews and thought, "uh-oh - this may not be the read I'm hoping for." I am happy to say that I was pleasantly surprised!

Lessons in Chemistry is quirky - no doubt. But I think people who liked Where'd You Go Bernadette, Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine or most of Fredrik Backman's books will love this as I did.

josreadingcorner's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful informative inspiring medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

rileythereader's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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