The Lost Apothecary – Sarah Penner (Summary )
The Lost Apothecary – Sarah Penner A Summary by Mridu Thakur The novel, The Lost Apothecary is of the historical fiction genre, but what sets it apart is how the author - Sarah Penner has masterfully intertwined two different timelines: one being of the 18th century in the year 1791, and the other being of the current times- possibly 21st century (as there is no specific date mentioned in the current time timeline of the novel), all the while drawing the readers into the lives of three women separated by centuries yet connected by one this. What that might be? Could it be fate? Through, the flavourful and atmospheric narration, the author of the novel takes the fateful readers through an adventurous exploration of themes of betrayal, vengeance and justice, resilience and the hidden strength that comes with being a woman. As this documentary fiction shifts between the two timelines of 18th century - London and Morden Day - Discoveries, the mysteries of our mysteriou...