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

The Apothecary Diaries, Volume 1

The Apothecary Diaries (Manga) #1

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

176 pages first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction historical manga mystery funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
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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 1,605 reviews

Moods

funny 73%
lighthearted 59%
mysterious 53%
adventurous 37%
relaxing 20%
informative 16%
emotional 10%
hopeful 6%
inspiring 6%
reflective 6%
dark 4%
challenging 3%
tense 3%
sad 2%

Pace

fast 52%
medium 41%
slow 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 49% | Plot: 25% | Character: 24%

Strong character development?

No: 39% | Yes: 29% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 1% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 37% | No: 35% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 55% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.24

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