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A review by bridgetkay
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A great read! Strong female protagonist who gets put through the ringer of life, sometimes just by virtue of being a woman in the 60s, but also through tragedy. It’s got food, feminist messaging, science and a dog. What more do you need?
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Grief, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment