A review by sharonleavy
The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner

informative inspiring mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

 

London, 1790. Nella runs a small apothecary shop for women's maladies. Handed down to her by her mother, she mixes blends to help women with whatever ails them, including nuisance men who need to be...dispatched.

London, Present Day. Caroline has flown over from the U.S on what was supposed to be her Anniversary, but instead is a solo trip after finding out her husband has been unfaithful. 

Though centuries apart, there are similarities in the women's stories. We go back and forth between Nella, her assistant Eliza, and Caroline to form a picture of a history long forgotten but still relevant. 

Loved this, it's published March 2nd 2021.