The Apothecary Diaries, Volume 1 by Itsuki Nanao, Natsu Hyuuga

The Apothecary Diaries, Volume 1

The Apothecary Diaries (Manga) #1

Itsuki Nanao, Natsu Hyuuga with Touco Shino (Contributor), Nekokurage (Illustrator), Julie Goniwich (Translator)

176 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction historical manga mystery funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Description

Maomao, a young woman trained in the art of herbal medicine, is forced to work as a lowly servant in the inner palace. Though she yearns for life outside its perfumed halls, she isn't long for a life of drudgery Using her wits to break a curse aff...

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Community Reviews Summary of 791 reviews

Moods

funny 67%
lighthearted 57%
mysterious 55%
adventurous 36%
relaxing 19%
informative 17%
emotional 9%
inspiring 6%
hopeful 5%
dark 4%
reflective 4%
tense 3%
challenging 2%
sad 2%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 45%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 48% | Plot: 26% | Character: 24%

Strong character development?

No: 38% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 12%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 37% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 11%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 64% | Yes: 17% | It's complicated: 12% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

4.18

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