A review by just_jess02
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.0

I love the confident, smart women in this book and the way it challenged the societal norms of the 1960s. It still feels very relevant to today. If I had a daughter, I’d want her to have women like Elizabeth as a role model. This was a charming, thoughtful read that made me think about my relationships, the ways I communicate, and the influences we often don’t notice in our lives. It was a fantastic audio book to listen to while I walked or did chores. The narrator perfectly captured the way I imagine Elizabeth would have spoken. 
I think it lacked some depth that I would have craved if I was reading it as a print edition though. The outline of the plot and characters is great… it just feels like there’s not quite enough meat to sit down and read.
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