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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
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This is a Historical Fiction book. I had so many different feelings about this book. I really did not like Elizabeth's character in this book. I did not like that Elizabeth was so smart, but she was so dumb at the same time. I hate that she did not see people walking all over her. I also did not think she really put a fight for women rights. I just felt she did everything to make things hard on herself. I really wanted to love this book, but I just did not. I hated the first half of this book, and the second half of this book I liked not loved. I also did not understand the dog stuff, and I felt all the dog stuff was weird. I found parts of this book funny. The ending was good, but I saw it coming. I was kindly provided an e-copy of this book by the publisher (Doubleday Books) or author (Bonnie Garmus) via NetGalley, so I can give an honest review about how I feel about this book. I want to send a big Thank you to them for that.
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Reading Progress

February 16, 2022 – Started Reading
February 16, 2022 – Shelved
February 16, 2022 – Shelved as: arc-copy
February 16, 2022 – Shelved as: historical-fiction
February 16, 2022 – Shelved as: kindle-books
February 16, 2022 – Shelved as: netgalley-2022
February 16, 2022 – Shelved as: read-in-2022
February 16, 2022 – Shelved as: women-s-fiction-romance-chick-lit
February 16, 2022 –
5.0%
February 18, 2022 –
18.0%
February 20, 2022 –
30.0% "I am having trouble getting pulled into this book, and the characters are just do not have any personalities. I really want to love this book. I would keep giving this book a try."
February 21, 2022 –
40.0% "It is getting a little bit better."
February 22, 2022 –
55.0% "I am enjoying this book just a little more, but it is still not my thing."
February 23, 2022 –
87.0%
February 23, 2022 – Finished Reading

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message 1: by Jenna (new) - added it
Feb 19, 2022 02:33PM

Jenna ooohh..this is one of those maybes for me. i'll be curious to see what you thought of it & whether or not i should move it to the TBR pile.


message 2: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Feb 23, 2022 09:16AM

Tina Loves To Read I have to be honest this is not my favorite book. The main character Elizabeth is not my favorite character. Some of the things Elizabeth does makes me so mad. I have enjoyed some parts of this book, but there are a lot of parts that just makes me so mad.


message 3: by Jenna (new) - added it
Feb 23, 2022 02:21PM

Jenna oh good to know. alrightie, it moves down the list...
thankfully, there's like a million other books to plow thru first. (hee hee)


message 4: by Debby *BabyDee* (new) - rated it 4 stars
Feb 23, 2022 03:10PM

Debby *BabyDee* Hmmm...sorry to hear that Tina. I thought this was a funny witty story and the dog added was laughable.


message 5: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Feb 23, 2022 04:13PM

Tina Loves To Read Jenna wrote: "oh good to know. alrightie, it moves down the list...
thankfully, there's like a million other books to plow thru first. (hee hee)" Yes, There is so many books.


message 6: by Tina Loves To Read (last edited Feb 23, 2022 04:17PM) (new) - rated it 3 stars
Feb 23, 2022 04:16PM

Tina Loves To Read Debby*BabyDee wrote: "Hmmm...sorry to hear that Tina. I thought this was a funny witty story and the dog added was laughable." I also found parts of this book to be funny. I felt the dog parts was funny, but my biggest problems with the dog parts is they where very unbelievable. Like, who would let a dog pick their kid up from school. Also, what school would let a dog pick up the kid from school. I also cannot believe a dog learns that many words. I would like to think my dog is smart, but I do not think she would be able to do anything that dog did.


message 7: by Romina (new) - rated it 4 stars
Feb 23, 2022 04:50PM

Romina Dimenza It's so hard to like a book when you dislike the main character... and if it's predictable, well there's not much to be looking forward to


message 8: by JanB (new) - rated it 2 stars
Feb 23, 2022 04:54PM

JanB I have this coming up and will keep your thoughts in mind. Thanks Tina


message 9: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Feb 23, 2022 07:21PM

Tina Loves To Read Romina wrote: "It's so hard to like a book when you dislike the main character... and if it's predictable, well there's not much to be looking forward to" Yes, it is.


message 10: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Feb 24, 2022 05:49AM

Tina Loves To Read JanB wrote: "I have this coming up and will keep your thoughts in mind. Thanks Tina" Thanks. There is a lot of people that loves this book, but it was just not the book for me. I hope if you do pick this book up you loved it. Happy Reading.


message 11: by Debby *BabyDee* (new) - rated it 4 stars
Feb 24, 2022 08:17AM

Debby *BabyDee* Tina wrote: "Debby*BabyDee wrote: "Hmmm...sorry to hear that Tina. I thought this was a funny witty story and the dog added was laughable." I also found parts of this book to be funny. I felt the dog parts was ..."

Although unbelievable...that was the laughable part. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.


message 12: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Feb 24, 2022 08:44AM

Tina Loves To Read Debby*BabyDee wrote: "Tina wrote: "Debby*BabyDee wrote: "Hmmm...sorry to hear that Tina. I thought this was a funny witty story and the dog added was laughable." I also found parts of this book to be funny. I felt the d..." Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I love getting to see other peoples feelings on books too.


message 13: by Di (new) - rated it 5 stars
Mar 14, 2022 11:52AM

Di Your review really illustrates the fact that not every book is for everybody. This is not a criticism. I am half way through and totally savouring every minute of it. The things you did not like, I loved.

I hope you enjoy your next books more.


message 14: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Mar 14, 2022 03:10PM

Tina Loves To Read Di wrote: "Your review really illustrates the fact that not every book is for everybody. This is not a criticism. I am half way through and totally savouring every minute of it. The things you did not like, I..." Yes, Not every book is for everyone. That is way I try to say why I did not love the book in my reviews because that maybe something someone loves in books. I do not take as criticism :) I have always said Everyone is different and Not all books are for everyone. I have also found books I hate one year I could love a different year that I read it. I think it also depends where you are in life and mind space too. I am glad you loved it.


message 15: by Jenna (new) - added it
Mar 15, 2022 02:55PM

Jenna Tina wrote: "Di wrote: "Your review really illustrates the fact that not every book is for everybody. This is not a criticism. I am half way through and totally savouring every minute of it. The things you did ..."

I agree. And that's why i like being in a book group & chatting on this site & my a FB books site. While I had my opinion reading a book, the discussion helps you see another point of view. Or depending on your thoughts, you can see that someone else felt the same & you weren't alone. (especially when in the minority on your opinion of a popular book)


message 16: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Mar 15, 2022 03:08PM

Tina Loves To Read Jenna wrote: "Tina wrote: "Di wrote: "Your review really illustrates the fact that not every book is for everybody. This is not a criticism. I am half way through and totally savouring every minute of it. The th..." I also love seeing how others feel about a book and talking about books to others. What FB book sites or groups do you like? I am only in the Netgally one and the book of the month one.


message 17: by Jenna (new) - added it
Mar 17, 2022 03:50PM

Jenna some specific writer ones, but also Book Hoarders, I Love Romances, Bookaholics, women reading books, etc. But I too am on a netgalley one. I wonder if it's the same as you...small world.


message 18: by Terrie (new) - rated it 5 stars
May 01, 2022 08:41AM

Terrie Robinson A very informative review, Tina, and I'm sorry this one didn't work for you! :-D


message 19: by Holly (new)
May 01, 2022 08:47AM

Holly B (slower pace!) A lot of mixed reviews! Not sure if I'll try it,Great review Tina!


message 20: by Rosh (new) - added it
May 01, 2022 09:36AM

Rosh A wonderful and honest review, Tina!


message 21: by Whitney Erwin (new) - rated it 3 stars
Jun 12, 2022 09:57PM

Whitney Erwin Great review, Tina! This one was a 3 star for me, too!


message 22: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Jun 13, 2022 05:22AM

Tina Loves To Read Terrie wrote: "A very informative review, Tina, and I'm sorry this one didn't work for you! :-D" Thank you.


message 23: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Jun 13, 2022 05:23AM

Tina Loves To Read Holly wrote: "A lot of mixed reviews! Not sure if I'll try it,Great review Tina!" Yes, There is. I hope if you do give this book a try you like it more than I did. Thank you.


message 24: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Jun 13, 2022 05:23AM

Tina Loves To Read RoshReviews wrote: "A wonderful and honest review, Tina!" Thank you


message 25: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Jun 13, 2022 05:24AM

Tina Loves To Read Whitney Erwin wrote: "Great review, Tina! This one was a 3 star for me, too!" I am sorry this book did not totally work for you either. Thank you


message 26: by Basima Amelia (new) - rated it 5 stars
Jul 09, 2022 03:51PM

Basima Amelia Oh no! I’ve just picked it up, and so far I’m really, really liking it.


message 27: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Aug 05, 2022 02:21PM

Tina Loves To Read Basima Amelia wrote: "Oh no! I’ve just picked it up, and so far I’m really, really liking it." I am glad you are enjoying it.


message 28: by Jennifer (Jaye) (Eyes have been bad again will catch up slowly) (new) - added it
Aug 28, 2022 12:08PM

Jennifer (Jaye) (Eyes have been bad again will catch up slowly) Great honest review Tina, shame it was just ok for you, well done for getting through it 💖💖💖


message 29: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Aug 28, 2022 12:11PM

Tina Loves To Read Jennifer SK wrote: "Great honest review Tina, shame it was just ok for you, well done for getting through it 💖💖💖" Thank you


message 30: by Bookish Ally (new) - rated it 3 stars
Jul 21, 2023 06:55PM

Bookish Ally I’m in the first half of the first half and not liking it. When I read your review I was relieved as I thought I might be missing something. I’m continuing on for a bit, so we shall see


message 31: by Jenna (new) - added it
Jul 21, 2023 06:57PM

Jenna Bookish Ally wrote: "I’m in the first half of the first half and not liking it. When I read your review I was relieved as I thought I might be missing something. I’m continuing on for a bit, so we shall see"
We’re in the minority but several of us felt the same. It’s not just you.


message 32: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Dec 08, 2023 06:12AM

Tina Loves To Read Bookish Ally wrote: "I’m in the first half of the first half and not liking it. When I read your review I was relieved as I thought I might be missing something. I’m continuing on for a bit, so we shall see" I hope you liked it more then me.


message 33: by Tina Loves To Read (new) - rated it 3 stars
Dec 08, 2023 06:13AM

Tina Loves To Read Jenna wrote: "Bookish Ally wrote: "I’m in the first half of the first half and not liking it. When I read your review I was relieved as I thought I might be missing something. I’m continuing on for a bit, so we ..." Yes, there are a few that felt this book fall short.


message 34: by Jenna (new) - added it
Dec 08, 2023 08:06AM

Jenna Tina Loves To Read wrote: "Jenna wrote: "Bookish Ally wrote: "I’m in the first half of the first half and not liking it. When I read your review I was relieved as I thought I might be missing something. I’m continuing on for..."
:)


message 35: by Jenna (new) - added it
Dec 08, 2023 08:07AM

Jenna Jenna wrote: "Tina Loves To Read wrote: "Jenna wrote: "Bookish Ally wrote: "I’m in the first half of the first half and not liking it. When I read your review I was relieved as I thought I might be missing somet..."

while it's a bummer on a hyped book, it's nice to know that while it's not many, i'm not alone in my opinion of not liking it.


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