--- product_id: 433160694 title: "Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel" price: "₱3693" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/433160694-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel **Price:** ₱3693 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel - **How much does it cost?** ₱3693 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/433160694-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel (Audible Audio Edition): Bonnie Garmus, Miranda Raison, Bonnie Garmus, Pandora Sykes, Random House Audio: Books Review: Wonderful book! One of the best I've read lately. - Goodreads and other social media have been recommending this book to me for a while, but I looked at the cover and decided I didn't want to read another nerdy rom-com. I enjoy that genre generally, but not enough to grab this one. Then I saw the trailer for the upcoming Apple TV show. Puzzled, I read the blurb and a few reviews. This is where the old saying about "assumptions" showed me I was making a colossal mistake in judging a book by its cover. Anyway, long story short, I haven't enjoyed a book like this in a very long time. It's more historical fiction about the fifties and sixties as well as women's fiction. Elizabeth is a chemist in the Fifties, though very few think a woman has the mind and ability to be a scientist. The one exception is Calvin Evans, a noted chemist in his own right and the man who becomes Elizabeth's soulmate. This is brilliant writing, wry and poignant in turn. Elizabeth is alone except for Calvin because she's beautiful and intelligent, a deadly combination to men's egos that makes her an unwitting rival to other women who think their only job is to marry and produce children in this era. The supporting cast is lovely. Mad is perfect in her own unique manner, a genius of a child who sees things more clearly than many adults. Six-Thirty, the dog, has some of the best 'lines' in the book. Harriet, the Catholic neighbor stuck in a dead marriage, becomes Elizabeth and Mad's support line. Every character, good and bad, feels like people I've met in my real life, and it is delightful to see them collected here, contributing to this wonderful story. I'm old enough to remember the Fifties and Sixties. Ms. Garmus had captured every nuance of the period and sprinkled them like fairy dust over the stories about rowing and early live TV. If this all sounds like an odd combination, believe me, the author makes it all work. Bonnie Garmus has produced a terrific book, and I can't wait for more from her. Review: The Humor, Growth and Survival of an Intelligent Woman - A novel about a super bright female chemist dealing with gender discrimination in both the workplace and in her personal life in the early 60’s. To call the protagonist, Elizabeth Zott, feisty might be an understatement. I worried briefly early on about whether this was going to become a tiresome ongoing feminist rant. However, author Bonnie Garmus presents Zott’s story with an excellent balance of uncompromising fierceness, laugh out loud humor and quietly developing warmth. Additionally, she reveals her characters with both honesty and respect….well, maybe not Dr. Donatti. But, honestly, in the course of our lives, how many of us have not encountered at least one “Dr. Donatti” type of character? In summary, the book is insightful, as well as delightfully entertaining. I will probably read it again. Enjoy! ## Images ![Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MA26Wdo9L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful book! One of the best I've read lately. *by M***R on April 21, 2023* Goodreads and other social media have been recommending this book to me for a while, but I looked at the cover and decided I didn't want to read another nerdy rom-com. I enjoy that genre generally, but not enough to grab this one. Then I saw the trailer for the upcoming Apple TV show. Puzzled, I read the blurb and a few reviews. This is where the old saying about "assumptions" showed me I was making a colossal mistake in judging a book by its cover. Anyway, long story short, I haven't enjoyed a book like this in a very long time. It's more historical fiction about the fifties and sixties as well as women's fiction. Elizabeth is a chemist in the Fifties, though very few think a woman has the mind and ability to be a scientist. The one exception is Calvin Evans, a noted chemist in his own right and the man who becomes Elizabeth's soulmate. This is brilliant writing, wry and poignant in turn. Elizabeth is alone except for Calvin because she's beautiful and intelligent, a deadly combination to men's egos that makes her an unwitting rival to other women who think their only job is to marry and produce children in this era. The supporting cast is lovely. Mad is perfect in her own unique manner, a genius of a child who sees things more clearly than many adults. Six-Thirty, the dog, has some of the best 'lines' in the book. Harriet, the Catholic neighbor stuck in a dead marriage, becomes Elizabeth and Mad's support line. Every character, good and bad, feels like people I've met in my real life, and it is delightful to see them collected here, contributing to this wonderful story. I'm old enough to remember the Fifties and Sixties. Ms. Garmus had captured every nuance of the period and sprinkled them like fairy dust over the stories about rowing and early live TV. If this all sounds like an odd combination, believe me, the author makes it all work. Bonnie Garmus has produced a terrific book, and I can't wait for more from her. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Humor, Growth and Survival of an Intelligent Woman *by D***Y on March 17, 2026* A novel about a super bright female chemist dealing with gender discrimination in both the workplace and in her personal life in the early 60’s. To call the protagonist, Elizabeth Zott, feisty might be an understatement. I worried briefly early on about whether this was going to become a tiresome ongoing feminist rant. However, author Bonnie Garmus presents Zott’s story with an excellent balance of uncompromising fierceness, laugh out loud humor and quietly developing warmth. Additionally, she reveals her characters with both honesty and respect….well, maybe not Dr. Donatti. But, honestly, in the course of our lives, how many of us have not encountered at least one “Dr. Donatti” type of character? In summary, the book is insightful, as well as delightfully entertaining. I will probably read it again. Enjoy! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Humorous and Colorful *by A***J on April 23, 2025* 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. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/433160694-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/433160694-lessons-in-chemistry-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*