favorite book of the year so far, hands-down! A book that is equal parts whimsy, heart-rending, and inspiring is quite a combination. But @bonnie_garmus_author (a debut author, no less) pulls it off. I’m so glad that I grabbed a copy on independent bookstore day after reading everyone’s glowing reviews, because I wasn’t entirely sold on the premise or the cover, to be honest. Alas, I ended up wanting to hug this book several times and I’m so glad I have it on my shelves.
As with all books I love so much, it’s difficult to articulate why. What I can say is that the narrative felt cinematic, the pacing was excellent, I loved the feminist message and the characters so much.
This story of an independent woman navigating the world of science, motherhood, and societal expectations in the early 60s with her sidekicks (a precocious daughter and dog) is full of heart, wit, laugh out loud humor, and heartbreak.
I cannot wait. Can. Not. Wait. For the Apple TV adaptation because I think Brie Larson is perfection in casting.