Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel

Nice story. Easy read that kept my interest.

Loved everything about this book. The main character is so well written and as a science nerd, I loved the overlay of chemistry into modern day life. I hope this author is working on her next novel as I am a fan.

Elizabeth Zott is a brilliant Chemist in the late 50’s/early 60’s when a woman’s “place” was in the kitchen. Her innovative ideas and contributions are continually dismissed by the pompous men in her field. She eventually agrees to host a cooking show in order to financially support her daughter and herself. After all, cooking is chemistry. Elizabeth is ferociously strong and resilient. Her independence and determination make her a wonderful role model for young women. Garmus paints a humorous, colorful story of the oppression women dealt with and how tenacity and perseverance can overcome most challenges. I was invested in Elizabeth’s character from the beginning, but when she rescued Six Thirty, I was done for. Her conversations with this amazing canine are some of the best moments in the story. I love the interactions between Elizabeth, Six Thirty and her daughter, Mads. I rated this 4.5, simply because it felt rushed at the end. However, it was an excellent read that I can highly recommend.

This book was recommended to me by a friend. Her recommendations are always golden. In the past, she has recommended The Humans by Matt Haig & A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. Lessons in Chemistry is delightfully creative & whimsical. It is also infuriating, heartbreaking, thought-provoking, and profound. There are deeply serious moments, and others where I laughed out loud. The writing is tight, the pacing excellent, the twists/turns/reveals surprising & satisfying. A tip of the hat to the author, Bonnie Darmus, for doing something many authors try to do, but often fail to accomplish. She created a plot that ducks, weaves, and folds back on itself, contains the voices of numerous characters, yet doesn’t lose the reader. Lessons in Chemistry contains a lot of the themes found in the movie 9 to 5, except the character Russell Tinsworthy is now a far more savvy & competent woman. It also reminds me of the quote that appeared in a 1982 comic strip Frank & Ernest by Bob Thaves, often misattributed to the dancer Ginger Rogers. “Ginger Rogers did everything Fred Astaire did, except backwards, and in high heels.”

One of my all time favorite books. Lots of other reviews on here will give you the story line so I won't. This book kept my reading from Page 1 to the end. Our book club loved it. Even my husband loved it.

I was a bit off put at first,by the science stuff; however I persevered and loved the story.Elizabeth Zott- so honest,brave,direct.She stood up for what she believed in & her integrity is inspiring.Great depth to the characters.Very enjoyable & delightful story rounded out with heartfelt emotions.

I have not watched the movie \show but I have seen snippets. It followed this book pretty well. Enjoyed the characters and the plot. Well written.

With brilliantly structured, picture-perfect prose, laced with humor and witticisms, Bonnie Garmus illuminates a challenging, transitional period in the history of gender equality while introducing us to a new heroine. One of the most engaging novels I've read in a long time. Let's hope there's a sequel.

Loved the way the author took you on an emotional and informative journey about life and lessons and heartache and happiness. What a great storyteller Bonnie Garmus is.

The book arrived in perfect condition but had a bit of dust and dirt on the back. I was able to remove most of it with some wet wipes As for the book itself, I didn’t read it yet

Set in the 1960s, this is the story of Elizabeth Zott, a chemist by profession trying to navigate the world of research and study filled with men and very few women. This is one of the most original stories I have read about a woman in STEM and the difficulties faced to find her place and make a name. All Elizabeth wanted to do was pursue her research. All the world wanted from her was to dress prettily and stay at home. Calvin Evans, already famous in the field and a Nobel nominee, was the only one who saw her for the brilliant chemist that she was. Calvin was drawn to her as much for her beauty as her mind seeing her as an equal from the moment they started talking. Elizabeth Zott defied the odds and stood out, even when she ended up through various twists and turns as the host of a cooking show on afternoon TV with chemistry as the central focus. She teaches chemistry through cooking and through her dialogue, empowers women to see themselves as more than housewives. This story is mixed with laughter, heartbreak and so many special moments that it draws the reader in right from the first page. The various supporting characters are wonderful and so well thought out that each of them have a very special part to play in taking this story forward. Elizabeth's story would be wholly incomplete without Six-Thirty, her trusty dog, Harriet, her next door neighbour and even Walter Pine to name a few. This is a wonderful story, written in a style that will keep the reader yearning for more, wanting to know what happens next and ensures that the reader is invested in the lives of the characters. Elizabeth is inspiring and refreshing as a protagonist and really made my fall in love with Lessons in Chemistry!

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There is long time that I’ve read something so impactful, interesting and profound. A book that took my attention since the first chapter and make me feel inspired by stories full of encrypted messages and important debates.