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The Lost Apothecary
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3.5 Stars Rounded-Up
I miss reading! I have been knee-deep in a new job and a master's degree, and although I want to read more than anything, I can't justify using the time that I could be using to get through the last 2 months of my degree!
But, I can't study when I am driving! So I use that time to listen to audiobooks or podcasts, and I found this little gem on an audible sale and couldn't help myself as soon as I saw the cover - I had to listen to it!
This story follows three women across a couple of centuries.
Nella is an apothecary owner in 1791. But it isn't your typical lotions and potions that she makes. She specifically helps women who have been wronged by men, making potions that kill them. She is actually quite the serial killer.
Eliza is sent to get a potion for her master from her mistress. She is instantly taken by Nella and the shop and wants to become an apprentice. Unfortunately, after some miss-stepping, she might just lead to Nella's downfall.
Caroline goes on an anniversary trip in present-day London. However, she goes alone. Why? Because she has just found out that her marriage is not what she thought it was and she has some big decisions to make. Fate will entwine her in the past and a series of events will have her finding the apothecary and discover what really happened in there all those years ago.
It started off great. I was into it from the start. But about ¼ of the way in it became a bit... I don't know.. Easy. Everything happened too easily. A little too much coincidence. I can't quite explain it. There was something missing. Some element of somewhat believability. Perhaps that's not the right word. Maybe it's just the world-building. Everything fit together a little too seamlessly.
That said, I did enjoy it overall. I loved the characters and both storylines grabbed me. But it just didn't take me further into it. And I found the ending a little lackluster.
Would I recommend The Lost Apothecary?
I was a good read. It is SO NICE to read again! It wasn't too long and was enjoyable. I heard this was a debut and I am interested to see how she develops as an author.
I purchased The Lost Apothecary on audible at my own expense.
I miss reading! I have been knee-deep in a new job and a master's degree, and although I want to read more than anything, I can't justify using the time that I could be using to get through the last 2 months of my degree!
But, I can't study when I am driving! So I use that time to listen to audiobooks or podcasts, and I found this little gem on an audible sale and couldn't help myself as soon as I saw the cover - I had to listen to it!
This story follows three women across a couple of centuries.
Nella is an apothecary owner in 1791. But it isn't your typical lotions and potions that she makes. She specifically helps women who have been wronged by men, making potions that kill them. She is actually quite the serial killer.
Eliza is sent to get a potion for her master from her mistress. She is instantly taken by Nella and the shop and wants to become an apprentice. Unfortunately, after some miss-stepping, she might just lead to Nella's downfall.
Caroline goes on an anniversary trip in present-day London. However, she goes alone. Why? Because she has just found out that her marriage is not what she thought it was and she has some big decisions to make. Fate will entwine her in the past and a series of events will have her finding the apothecary and discover what really happened in there all those years ago.
It started off great. I was into it from the start. But about ¼ of the way in it became a bit... I don't know.. Easy. Everything happened too easily. A little too much coincidence. I can't quite explain it. There was something missing. Some element of somewhat believability. Perhaps that's not the right word. Maybe it's just the world-building. Everything fit together a little too seamlessly.
That said, I did enjoy it overall. I loved the characters and both storylines grabbed me. But it just didn't take me further into it. And I found the ending a little lackluster.
Would I recommend The Lost Apothecary?
I was a good read. It is SO NICE to read again! It wasn't too long and was enjoyable. I heard this was a debut and I am interested to see how she develops as an author.
I purchased The Lost Apothecary on audible at my own expense.
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Reading Progress
March 23, 2021
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Started Reading
March 26, 2021
– Shelved
March 27, 2021
– Shelved as:
audiobooks
March 27, 2021
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Finished Reading
Best of luck with your new job and your degree!!