The Lost Apothecary A Novel
The Lost Apothecary A Novel by Sarah Penner, published by Legend Press on February 22, 2022, is a historical fiction work that intertwines multiple timelines. Set against the backdrop of eighteenth-century London, the narrative revolves around a secret apothecary shop that caters to women seeking poisons to combat the oppressive men in their lives. The story follows Nella, the apothecary, whose life takes a dramatic turn when a young patron makes a fateful mistake, leading to consequences that resonate through time.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as women’s resilience and the bonds that connect them across generations. The plot also features present-day historian Caroline Parcewell, whose discovery of clues related to unsolved apothecary murders intertwines her fate with Nella’s. This edition spans 304 pages and is presented in English, offering a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of female empowerment and historical intrigue.
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With crackling suspense, unforgettable characters and searing insight, The Lost Apothecaryis a subversive and intoxicating debut novel of secrets, vengeance and the remarkable ways women can save each other despite the barrier of time.
Hidden in the depths of eighteenth-century London, a secret apothecary shop caters to an unusual kind of clientele. Women across the city whisper of a mysterious figure named Nella who sells well-disguised poisons to use against the oppressive men in their lives. But the apothecary’s fate is jeopardized when her newest patron, a precocious twelve-year-old, makes a fatal mistake, sparking a string of consequences that echo through the centuries.
Meanwhile in present-day London, aspiring historian Caroline Parcewell spends her tenth wedding anniversary alone, running from her own demons. When she stumbles upon a clue to the unsolved apothecary murders that haunted London two hundred years ago, her life collides with the apothecary’s in a stunning twist of fate–and not everyone will survive.
Shortlisted for the HWA Debut Crown Award
2021’s Most Highly Anticipated New BooksNewsweek
Most Anticipated Books of 2021Popsugar
‘A bold, edgy, accomplished debut’Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network and The Huntress
‘Readers who enjoy parallel historical/contemporary narratives about women’s lives, such as Claire McMillan’s The Necklaceor Liz Trenow’s The Forgotten Seamstress, will enjoy the historical details and mystery in this engrossing tale’Library Journal
‘Readers who enjoy Katherine Howe and Susanna Kearsley will be drawn to this promising, fast-paced debut’Booklist
‘A superb debut novel… crackling with suspense, this is an original and compelling story’WI Life
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