The Lost Apothecary
The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner, published by Park Row Books in 2021, is an original edition comprising 320 pages. This novel intertwines two narratives set in different time periods, exploring a hidden apothecary shop in eighteenth-century London that caters to women seeking poisons to combat oppressive men. The story follows Nella, the apothecary, whose life takes a dramatic turn when a young patron makes a fateful mistake, leading to unforeseen consequences that resonate through time.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of historical fiction that delves into themes of secrecy, vengeance, and the resilience of women. As the plot unfolds, present-day historian Caroline Parcewell uncovers clues related to the apothecary’s past, linking her own struggles to the legacy of the women who came before her. The Lost Apothecary presents a compelling exploration of how the lives of women can intersect across centuries, revealing the power of connection and the impact of choices made in the shadows of history.
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Named Most Anticipated of 2021 by Newsweek, Good Housekeeping, Hello! magazine, Oprah.com, Bustle, Popsugar, Betches, Sweet July, and GoodReads!
March 2021 Indie Next Pick and #1 LibraryReads Pick
“A bold, edgy, accomplished debut!” –Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network
A forgotten history. A secret network of women. A legacy of poison and revenge. Welcome to The Lost Apothecary…
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.
With crackling suspense, unforgettable characters and searing insight, The Lost Apothecary is a subversive and intoxicating debut novel of secrets, vengeance and the remarkable ways women can save each other despite the barrier of time.
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