A review by wyd_heather
The Scarlet Alchemist by Kylie Lee Baker

adventurous dark emotional mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

4.25

I came across this title when looking for media that could be called similar to The Apothecary Diaries - since I’m not able to start that series yet - and this definitely hit the spot. Definitely darker than AD, but Zilan feels  reminiscent enough of Maomao that the recommendation feels accurate.

The last few chapters knocked me on my ass and I’m going to be picking up the sequel on my way home today.