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In the bustling streets of 18th-century London, a hidden apothecary shop caters to women seeking poisons to harm their oppressors. The apothecary, Nella, faces a deadly mistake by a precocious twelve-year-old that sparks a chain of consequences that reverberate through the centuries. Meanwhile, a historian, Caroline, discovers a clue to the unsolved apothecary murders and finds herself in the apothecary's past, where the stakes are higher and everyone is under suspicion. The story combines crackling suspense, unforgettable characters, and insightful commentary on women's experiences and power.
First publish date: 2021
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Sarah Penner
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