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Book Title: The lost apothecary

Author: Sarah Penner

Genres: Fantasy, Comntemporary, Fiction

Publisher: Legend Press Ltd

Publication Date: 02/03/2021

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SYNOPSIS

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.

REVIEW

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rating: 5 out of 5.

This is one that i was absolutely not expecting to be this good.

We are following two different stories in different time periods and that is a concept that I loved and found super interesting. Both of the stories were super different but still felt connected and like both the main characters knew each other.

Also the chapters that were in the past following Nella and Eliza, were written in what it felt like a different way like more magical and lyrical.

The relationship between Nella and Eliza was the cutest, Nellla was like a mother to the poor child and I swear my heart felt warm while reading their story.

The concept of the books is immaculate, women helping women over oppressive men from back in the day, yes please and not just that one because there were so many hidden life lessons in this amazing story, feminism and letting people go to fulfill your dreams. It was waaaaay more than just an apothecary story.

I will admit that maybe objectively this book its not a five starts but I loved it SO MUCH that I could not give it any less and at the end of the day, that is what matters right?

The ending gave me chills and by the end a single tear was falling through my face, I genuinely felt so sad for letting the story and the characters go, I can not wait for the reread.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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I was born and raised in northeast Kansas, growing up in a small log cabin nestled deep in the woods. This picturesque retreat, where I lived until early adulthood, frames most of my early memories.

I began writing seriously in 2015, after attending a moving lecture given by Elizabeth Gilbert. She was on tour for Big Magic, a game-changing book for creatives. Soon after her talk, I enrolled in my first online creative writing class. I haven't looked back since.

I'm an avid traveler, though my heart is stuck in London. Other favorite destinations include Thailand, Ireland, Germany, Belize, and Grand Cayman.

I graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in finance. In early 2021, after thirteen years in corporate America, I left my day job. I'm thrilled now to call myself a full-time writer. When I'm not at the keyboard, you'll likely find me in the kitchen, the yoga studio, or running outdoors in the Florida heat.

I'm married to my best friend, Marc. We're proud residents of the Sunshine State, where we live with our "silky hair" miniature dachshund, Zoe.

For centuries, witches have maintained the climate, their power from the sun peaking in the season of their birth. But now their control is faltering as the atmosphere becomes more erratic. All hope lies with Clara, an Everwitch whose rare magic is tied to every season.

In Autumn, Clara wants nothing to do with her power. It's wild and volatile, and the price of her magic―losing the ones she loves―is too high, despite the need to control the increasingly dangerous weather.

In Winter, the world is on the precipice of disaster. Fires burn, storms rage, and Clara accepts that she's the only one who can make a difference.

In Spring, she falls for Sang, the witch training her. As her magic grows, so do her feelings, until she's terrified Sang will be the next one she loses.

In Summer, Clara must choose between her power and her happiness, her duty and the people she loves... before she loses Sang, her magic, and thrusts the world into chaos.

Hi readers! I hope your day is going amazing! Today I bring you a review of a book that I LOOVEDD and I hope you all read it and like it as much as I did!

“never let anyone make you feel bad about the things you’re capable of. Some will insist you step into the shadows to make them more comfortable. But I’ll tell you a secret: there’s enough light for us all”✨🍃

This books had the perfect combination of everything. It had romance, fantasy, grief, friendship and so much more. But everything in the absolute perfect amount.
The main character was stunning and I could absolutely understand and feel her. But the boy, OH LORD THE BOY, he was such a caring character, he loved her in such a cute and romantic way. He loved plants and let me tell you, that made me loved him EVEN MORE.

Everything was executed in a very nice way, the plot made so much sense with everything she was going through, it felt absolutely right. A feel good read which was exactly what I needed.
I do have to say that I felt like it got a little bit repetitive at one point (which is why it doesn’t have a 5 stars) but other than that it was perfect.

I loved the fact that it doesn’t have an overwhelming fantasy feeling nor plot which made it super super easy to read.
We stan a bi main character, super strong and independent woman who can save the world by her self, thank you very much.

4.5/5⭐️

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Rachel has a deep love of nature, from the mountains to the ocean and all the towering evergreens in between. She adores moody skies and thunderstorms, and hopes more vampires settle down in her beloved state of Washington.

On her path to writing novels, Rachel graduated from Seattle University with a Bachelor of Science in diagnostic ultrasound. She worked in healthcare for five years and taught ultrasound at her alma mater before making the switch to a small startup. She has been mentoring in Pitch Wars since 2017 and now writes full-time from her home in the Seattle area.

When she isn’t writing, you can find her wandering the PNW, reading by the fire, or drinking copious amounts of coffee and tea. She lives with her husband, small dog, and growing collection of houseplants.

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