'Sarah Penner kept me guessing until the last page of this addictive, atmospheric novel about an apothecary, who concocts poisons to help women exact revenge on their men, and the woman who uncovers her secrets over 200 years later. Fiona Davis, bestselling author of The Dollhouse

The women of The Lost Apothecary, separated by centuries, seek both revenge and truth in this powerful story. 'Penner’s debut had me completely under its spell. A bold, edgy, accomplished debut!' -Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Alice Network and The Huntress

'In The Lost Apothecary, Sarah Penner convincingly weaves three heroines and two timelines into one tale of poison, revenge, and the silent network of women helping other women in a world stacked against them. “Readers who enjoy Katherine Howe and Susanna Kearsley will be drawn to this promising, fast-paced debut.” -Booklist “Enthralling… Musical prose… A completely absorbing story of the power of secrets and finding one’s way.” -Historical Novel Review “Engrossing, with rich detail, assured pacing and effective suspense.” -Tampa Bay Times “Intriguing… Readers who enjoy parallel historical/contemporary narratives about women’s lives, such as Claire McMillan’s The Necklace or Liz Trenow’s The Forgotten Seamstress, will enjoy the historical details and mystery in this engrossing tale.” - Library Journal “Spellbinding… Like in a well-brewed potion, all the ingredients have been given exactly the right level of care and time, and the result is a novel that simply overwhelms with its delicate spell.” -Bookpage Enthusiastic Praise for The Lost Apothecary.

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