Julie Y. (naboo) reviewed on + 13 more book reviews
I read this book for my book club and absolutely loved it!
Back in 1950, Elizabeth Zott is sexually assaulted by Dr Meyers, her advisor at UCLA. As a result, she is kicked out of the doctoral program and ends up working at Hastings Research Institute. While at Hastings, working as a chemist, Elizabeth meets Calvin Evans in his private laboratory whilst borrowing beakers. After some time, the two of them fall in love and move in together. Unfortunately, Calvin dies in a tragic accident just as he is walking their dog, Six-Thirty. Soon after, Elizabeth discovers that she is pregnant and Hastings fires her. Miss Frask, secretary from Personnel, realizes that she is with child and informs her that she is in violation of the code of conduct.Â
Following her dismissal from Hastings, Elizabeth decides to transform her kitchen into a laboratory. During this time, Dr Boryweitz, her former employer, requires her assistance in deciphering test results thus, she begins charging for her time and expertise. Shortly after the birth of Madeline, Elizabeth discovers how overwhelming it is to be a single working mother and, for the first time, meets her neighbor, Harriet Sloane. Harriet notices how overwhelmed and exhausted Elizabeth is and tells her to call her anytime she needs her. Additionally, Harriet tells Elizabeth to "take a moment for herself, everyday".
When Madeline is four years old, Elizabeth elects to send her to kindergarten since she is bigger than other five-year-olds and a better reader. Simultaneously, she accepts her old Chemist position back at Hastings. Regrettably, her former employer pulls the old "bait and switch" and, gives her the underemployed position of Lab Tech instead. Madeline is struggling to make friends hence, she gives Amanda, a fellow student, her lunch in exchange for her friendship. Elizabeth notices that her daughter is not eating her lunch therefore, she goes to the television studio to talk to Walter Pine regarding the "quid pro quo" that his daughter has with Madeline. Consequently, she is offered the position of television host for the daily show "Supper at Six" about cooking a nutritious dinner using chemistry.Â
My favorite quote in the book is "Children, set the table. Your mother needs a moment to herself."Â Elizabeth's signature catchphrase that she uses at the end of every show.Â
Back in 1950, Elizabeth Zott is sexually assaulted by Dr Meyers, her advisor at UCLA. As a result, she is kicked out of the doctoral program and ends up working at Hastings Research Institute. While at Hastings, working as a chemist, Elizabeth meets Calvin Evans in his private laboratory whilst borrowing beakers. After some time, the two of them fall in love and move in together. Unfortunately, Calvin dies in a tragic accident just as he is walking their dog, Six-Thirty. Soon after, Elizabeth discovers that she is pregnant and Hastings fires her. Miss Frask, secretary from Personnel, realizes that she is with child and informs her that she is in violation of the code of conduct.Â
Following her dismissal from Hastings, Elizabeth decides to transform her kitchen into a laboratory. During this time, Dr Boryweitz, her former employer, requires her assistance in deciphering test results thus, she begins charging for her time and expertise. Shortly after the birth of Madeline, Elizabeth discovers how overwhelming it is to be a single working mother and, for the first time, meets her neighbor, Harriet Sloane. Harriet notices how overwhelmed and exhausted Elizabeth is and tells her to call her anytime she needs her. Additionally, Harriet tells Elizabeth to "take a moment for herself, everyday".
When Madeline is four years old, Elizabeth elects to send her to kindergarten since she is bigger than other five-year-olds and a better reader. Simultaneously, she accepts her old Chemist position back at Hastings. Regrettably, her former employer pulls the old "bait and switch" and, gives her the underemployed position of Lab Tech instead. Madeline is struggling to make friends hence, she gives Amanda, a fellow student, her lunch in exchange for her friendship. Elizabeth notices that her daughter is not eating her lunch therefore, she goes to the television studio to talk to Walter Pine regarding the "quid pro quo" that his daughter has with Madeline. Consequently, she is offered the position of television host for the daily show "Supper at Six" about cooking a nutritious dinner using chemistry.Â
My favorite quote in the book is "Children, set the table. Your mother needs a moment to herself."Â Elizabeth's signature catchphrase that she uses at the end of every show.Â
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