A review by llwatts
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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? It's complicated

5.0

This book is incredible! The topics are covered well and the characters are all fleshed-out and realistic. It is very sad, but you root for Elizabeth throughout the book and her successes/failures feel like those of a close friend. I would recommend this to anyone, especially those who like feminist-related books or stories focused on personal development. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, and Grief

Moderate: Death

There are a few points in the book in which Elizabeth and other female characters are raped. Two scenes are pretty explicit and may be triggering.