Books
by Bonnie Garmus
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Lessons in Chemistry |
A story about a female victim of mid twentieth century male chauvinism, thwarted in her chosen chemistry career and hit by personal tragedy, who becomes a TV chef by accident. Not a light sounding storyline, perhaps, but an unusual lady who is no ordinary chef. While the feminism is a strong part of the mix this very individual novel is anything but preachy. The witty writing keeps you eagerly reading until the last page.
(Tony Pratt - bwl 106 Autumn 2022) |
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Lessons in Chemistry |
Reviewed in bwl 106 this really is a terrific book, and a first novel by Bonnie Garmus who cleverly makes very wry observations about aspects of life in the 1960's, in an unusual and imaginative story. Don't be put off by the title - it's very readable - funny as well as tragic, with a surprising (if improbable) ending. I loved all the characters - especially the wonderful dog!
(Mary Standing - bwl 109 Summer 2023) |
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