A review by duckoffimreading
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

5.0

I enjoyed this book right from the start. Elizabeth Zott, 1960's chemist/scientist, finds herself in socially unacceptable situations (for the time) and beats on to her own rules of engagement. The constant onslaught of misogyny does not deter her though, she is unwavering in her pursuit of what she wants and is not only book smart but has a very healthy degree of social intelligence as well. More than once I was giggling at Zott's navigation of otherwise tragic or frustrating situations. Also, I LOVED the personification of the dog Six Thirty - speaks perfect English, can think critically and highly protective. Obviously need to suspend reality a bit on that front, but if dogs could REALLY think the way Six Thirty does - I think the dog world would get a lot more interesting than it already is. Zott is a feminist in her own way, fighting for every inch of respect and credibility that she deserves and I was cheering her on every page. Loved her character development and the story all around. Light-ish reading (there are some trigger warnings around assault) but otherwise a very engaging read that had me interested all the way through.