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Lessons in Chemistry
by Bonnie Garmus
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A stunning book that I got sucked into. At its heart Elizabeth Zott - who wants to be herself and a scientist. Lessons in Chemistry does in fact include lessons in the hard science, but more so lessons in life and the fucked up shit women have had to overcome. It's empowering and so well written.
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault
Minor: Child abuse