{"book":{"book":"Lessons in Chemistry","author":"Bonnie Garmus","publicationYear":2022,"description":"Lessons in Chemistry is the acclaimed 2022 debut novel by Bonnie Garmus. Following its release, the book became a massive global smash hit and sold over eight million copies worldwide. It established Garmus as a celebrated bestselling novelist. The story captured widespread literary attention and set the stage for her subsequent work. In this episode, it is highlighted in connection with the discussion of her follow-up writing career.","image":"https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims3/default/strip/false/crop/2160x2160+0+0/resize/3000/quality/66/format/jpg/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fa5%2F60%2F26a8bafe4a50b574e3791850005f%2Fe95c6d37-fb34-44da-b4e4-a38ff310f2c8.jpg","date":"2026-10-26"}}