IssyD23’s Reviews > Lessons in Chemistry > Status Update

“Which is another problem…her (Madeline’s) height is making the boys feel bad about themselves.” (page 238)- the fragile egos of boys mean women must put themselves in a box?

“They (men) either wanted to control her, touch her, dominate her, silence her, correct her, or tell her what to do.” (page 237).

“ I think you might be the only woman at Hastings – out of three thousand employees, mind you – that is a secretary. I can’t imagine how that could’ve happened… by the way, do you know why the institute says we ladies aren’t good investment? It’s because we’re always running off and having babies. Like you did.” (page 177.).
I despise the way Miss Frask degrades other woman.

“When you think about it, rowing is almost exactly like raising kids. Both require patience, endurance, strength, and commitment. And neither allow us to see where we’re going - only where we’ve been.” (page 166).

‘You know very well women do not continue to work when pregnant. But you – you’re not only with child, you’re unwed. It’s disgraceful.’ (page 113)

‘Physical suffering…bonds people in a way everyday life can’t.’ (page 46).

‘You stabbed the man. It’ll go better if you show some remorse.’ (page 19). A POLICE OFFICER telling Elizabeth to apologise after defending herself against rape.