Do you like stories of women who defy the rules and fight for their dreams? Then youll love Lessons in Chemistry, the debut from writer Bonnie Garmus, which chronicles the life of Elizabeth Zott, a brilliant scientist forced to become the host of a 1960s TV cooking show.

Elizabeth Zott has a passion: chemistry. Since childhood, she has dedicated herself to studying and experimenting with the laws of nature, and she has become one of the most promising researchers in her field. However, her career is cut short by the machismo and envy of her male colleagues, who steal her ideas, harass her, and kick her out of the lab. Also, she loses the love of her life, Calvin Evans, another science genius and the father of her daughter Madeline.

With no job or support, Elizabeth reluctantly agrees to host a cooking show called Supper at Six, thinking it will be an easy way to earn money. But she soon discovers that she can use her platform for more than just teaching boring housewives recipes. With her ingenuity and her knowledge, Elizabeth transforms the show into a lesson in chemistry applied to gastronomy, and at the same time a message of empowerment and change for the women of her time.

Lessons in Chemistry is a funny, intelligent, and moving novel that blends humor, romance, and science with scathing social criticism. It is a story of overcoming, revenge and rebellion, starring an unforgettable heroine who is not satisfied with the role assigned to her. If you like series like The Queens Gambit or The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, dont miss this book that has already conquered millions of readers and will soon be adapted to the screen on Apple TV starring Brie Larson.