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A review by shainalite
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
Lessons in Chemistry is really a lesson. I took some notes from this book (quotes and facts about foods) as I was attending a chemistry class myself.
This book is a critique towards society, many things deemed as standard and normalcy in society were questioned here by our chemist main character, her daughter, her neighbor, and her intelligent dog. Topics such as marriage, motherhood, education (how awful Madeleine's teacher was!), family, passion, religion, journalism, entertainment, etc especially when it includes women in it are brought up and challenged here.
Everything is perfectly arranged and stitched into a story, the revelation is what closes the book.
This book is a critique towards society, many things deemed as standard and normalcy in society were questioned here by our chemist main character, her daughter, her neighbor, and her intelligent dog. Topics such as marriage, motherhood, education (how awful Madeleine's teacher was!), family, passion, religion, journalism, entertainment, etc especially when it includes women in it are brought up and challenged here.
Everything is perfectly arranged and stitched into a story, the revelation is what closes the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, Excrement, Vomit, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Suicide, Forced institutionalization, and Car accident