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A review by naptime_reader
The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner
adventurous
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I love this book. The last couple books I've read have been pretty lengthy, so maybe part of the reason I love this one so much is that it is a shorter read. It would be very easy to sit and read this in one sitting. But honestly I think I'd love it anyways.
In present day, Caroline is visiting London alone on a trip originally planned for 2 to celebrate 10 years of marriage. Her first day in London she impulsively does something that leads her on a path to remembering who she is.
Nella has secrets to keep in the late 18th century. Will young Eliza be her undoing, or will Eliza bring her the peace she has been seeking for nearly 2 decades?
A fast paced story that takes place over the course of just a few days, it is not full of artificial fluff that confuses the story or makes it longer than it needs to be. I absolutely love Caroline's character and the strength she finds in herself throughout the story.
In present day, Caroline is visiting London alone on a trip originally planned for 2 to celebrate 10 years of marriage. Her first day in London she impulsively does something that leads her on a path to remembering who she is.
Nella has secrets to keep in the late 18th century. Will young Eliza be her undoing, or will Eliza bring her the peace she has been seeking for nearly 2 decades?
A fast paced story that takes place over the course of just a few days, it is not full of artificial fluff that confuses the story or makes it longer than it needs to be. I absolutely love Caroline's character and the strength she finds in herself throughout the story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Murder, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Emotional abuse and Infertility