Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Lessons in Chemistry

Bonnie Garmus

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389 pages | first published 2022

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A delight for readers of Where'd You Go, Bernadette, this blockbuster debut set in 1960s California features the singular voice of Elizabeth Zott, a scientist whose career takes a detour when she becomes the star of a beloved TV cooking show.Chemi...
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Moods

inspiring 72%
emotional 70%
funny 60%
hopeful 50%
reflective 33%
informative 26%
sad 26%
lighthearted 19%
challenging 17%
adventurous 7%
dark 6%
tense 3%
mysterious 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 69%
fast 22%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 41% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 9%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 1%

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