A review by nahae
Her Hidden Genius by Marie Benedict

informative fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

I enjoyed how Rosalind Franklin’s dedication to science was portrayed in the book. There’s also a decent ongoing thread on how women in science have been/continue to be treated. It was informative to follow Dr. Franklin’s life/research timeline. However, her character and plot otherwise felt simple. I felt that the focus on her romances was unnecessary and rather reinforced classically sexist tropes. 
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