A review by afreeeeeen_x
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I really enjoyed this one, it opened a window into life in the 1960's, particularly for a woman in science and made me realise how far we really have come since then! The main character Elizabeth Zot is most the time lovable, although at some points cam come across as snobby but overall you're on her side all the way through the book. This book highlights the sexism that was rife at the time, exploring how different women handled it either by rebelling, giving in or internalising it! It was a satisfying book in that all characters redeemed themselves / got what they deserved in my opinion!  I loved the dog 6.30, was a nice touch to have his thoughts included in the book. It's written well, going back and forth in time filling in the blanks and building the picture for you as you read, with it all coming together in a tidy knot at the end. 
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