Name: The Apothecary Diaries 05 (light Novel)
ISBN: 9781646093243

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Why This Clicks

Clever Intrigue

A brisk, clever blend of intrigue, wit, and practical minds at work.

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courtroom-adjacent mystery, with a playful edge
historical atmosphere and workplace savvy

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suspense threaded through everyday expertise
a sustained, lightly sly narrative pace

Book Details

Authors: Natsu Hyuuga, Touko Shino, Touco Shino
Publisher: Square Enix
Published: May 6, 2025
Format: Paperback
Theme: Light Novels · Ancient Historical Graphic Novels
Reading lane: Light Novels

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Publisher Categories

Light Novels
Historical Fantasy
Women Detectives

About This Book

A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself in the heart of imperial intrigue in this enthralling period mystery! The birth of Gyokuyou’s son earns her the title of empress and rewrites court politics. Jinshi can also no longer continue his pretense as a eunuch at the rear palace. Although the Shi clan's demise restores peace, threats still loom—including an impending plague of insects. Maomao, as ever, finds herself caught up in new dangers. When Jinshi orders...

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A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself in the heart of imperial intrigue in this enthralling period mystery! The birth of Gyokuyou’s son earns her the title of empress and rewrites court politics. Jinshi can also no longer continue his pretense as a eunuch at the rear palace. Although the Shi clan's demise restores peace, threats still loom—including an impending plague of insects. Maomao, as ever, finds herself caught up in new dangers. When Jinshi orders an expedition to Gyokuyou’s homeland, Maomao heads west. But something is lurking in the shadows of the glittering city, and the apothecary must uncover it or face certain peril...