#116 in Historical fiction
The Lost Apothecary: A Novel
- 352
- Pages
- about 6 h
- Reading time
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About the book
The Lost Apothecary is a New York Times bestseller debut book written by Sarah Penner.
Where the score comes from
The sources average 6.9 across 537 ratings — not yet many, so the reader vote carries 74% of the weight and the rest pulls toward the Historical fiction average of 7.9. That is how 7.1 comes out.
| Source | Average | Ratings | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Library | 7.9 | 15 | 3% |
| Google Books | 9.0 | 5 | 1% |
| Hardcover | 6.8 | 517 | 96% |
Reader voices
The most-liked reviews on Hardcover (credited to their authors).
“I've had this book on my shelf for a while. I've read mixed reviews about it. But I'm very happy I finally read it. I enjoyed the writing. I enjoyed the dual timelines and how they intertwined. It was also a quick easy read. The only thing I didn't like was the last chapter and how it actually ended. But overall I thought it was a good read”
“The Lost Apothecary is a tale told to readers through the perspectives of different women. Apothecary Nella from 1791 and historian Caroline in the present day are the main characters. Both women have dealt with infidelity in their relationships, and separate losses over children. While their tales are not one for one the same, the heartbreak they endure is a common thread throughout their narratives. This novel relies heavily on the literature side of writing, giving readers a surface level understanding of the two women’s situations. The reader is told through first-person what they are exp…”
Frequently asked
What is The Lost Apothecary: A Novel rated?
7.1 out of 10, from 537 reader ratings across 3 independent sources.
Is The Lost Apothecary: A Novel worth reading?
Readers give it 7.1/10 from 537 ratings, which puts it ahead of 2 % of the Historical fiction shelf.
How long does it take to read The Lost Apothecary: A Novel?
About 6 hours at an average reading pace — 352 pages.
Where does The Lost Apothecary: A Novel rank?
#116 in Historical fiction on the current snapshot.
How long is The Lost Apothecary: A Novel?
It has 352 pages — shorter than 65% of the ranked books in Historical fiction.
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