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Book Details

• Author: Sarah Penner

• Publisher: Legend Press Ltd

• Language: English

• Edition: 2022

• ISBN: 9781800310162

• Pages: 304

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches

About the Book

The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner is a mesmerizing and suspenseful debut novel that weaves together history, mystery, and the power of women’s bonds across time. Hidden in the depths of eighteenth-century London, a secret apothecary shop caters to women in need of poisons to deal with oppressive men. Nella, the apothecary, is a mysterious figure who provides her clients with a way to reclaim their power. But her world is turned upside down when her newest customer, a curious twelve-year-old girl, makes a fatal mistake that sets off a series of life-altering events.

Fast forward to present-day London, where Caroline Parcewell, an aspiring historian, is spending her tenth wedding anniversary alone, grappling with her own personal turmoil. When Caroline uncovers a clue related to the unsolved apothecary murders from two centuries ago, her life becomes intertwined with Nella’s, leading to an unexpected and dangerous twist of fate.

Shortlisted for the HWA Debut Crown Award, The Lost Apothecary has been hailed as a "bold, edgy, accomplished debut" by New York Times bestselling author Kate Quinn. With crackling suspense, unforgettable characters, and an intricate storyline, it’s a compelling tale of vengeance, secrets, and the remarkable ways women can save each other, regardless of time.