I know you are not suppose to judge a book by it’s cover and I try not to but it’s definitely a difficult task. When I’m walking through a book store, unless I am looking for a specific book, the covers are totally what draws me in to read the description. And this book has probably one of the prettiest covers I have seen in a while. I know absolutely nothing about art but know when to appreciate it and applaud those for thinking outside the box and creating something that just makes you say wow.
Attention all fantasy fiction book enjoyers!! This is definitely a book you want to pick up next time. And I don’t mean fantasy such as dragons, witches, supernatural, etc because I personally don’t have the patience for those kind of books. My head just can’t wrap around those storylines. However, just because I don’t like that specific style of books doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy the occasional fantasy fiction novel. What makes fantasy fiction so interesting is that they are often inspired/influenced by real world myths and folk stories that makes the book even more imaginable.
The Lost Apothecary bounces between present day and 1790’s. From the beginning you meet Nella, an apothecary located in central London, who has followed in her mother’s foot steps but also offering a side business that is only for a specific clientele. She gives women different poisons they need to kill their husbands or the men who have done them wrong in life, in forms that would never be traced back to them or her. One night in 1791, she is awaiting for her next customer to arrive but when they so, she is shocked to find out it is a young 12 year old girl by the name of Eliza. They form an unlikely friendship and face many obstacles that may end up jeopardizing the apothecary as well as the women she has assisted with over the years.
Jumping to present day, Caroline has just arrived in London trying to figure out what went wrong with her marriage after ten years. While walking near the Thames she stumbles across an old apothecary vial with just a partial address and a stamp of a bear on it. Curious on the past of the vial, it sends her on a journey around London where she tries to retrace the steps of the lost apothecary and bring herself back to the year 1791. What truly happened to the apothecary murderer?
This is a great read for anyone who enjoys combining a little fantasy, mystery, and history all together. To think this was also Sarah’s first published book is incredible. I look forward to reading any of her future novels she may write.
Until Next Time, The Library Abroad
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