From Sarah Penner comes a richly layered historical mystery where past and present intertwine through secrets, vengeance, and the quiet power of women.

Hidden in 18th-century London lies a secret apothecary shop—one that doesn’t heal, but instead provides poisons to women seeking justice against the men who have wronged them. Nella, the apothecary, has built her life around a strict set of rules, protecting her identity while serving those who come to her in desperation.

But when a young girl enters her world, everything begins to unravel. A single mistake sets off a chain of events that threatens to expose the hidden network she’s worked so carefully to protect.

In the present day, a woman visiting London stumbles across clues to the apothecary’s existence, uncovering a mystery that has remained buried for centuries. As timelines collide, the truth behind the shop—and the women connected to it—begins to surface.

✨ Genre: Historical Fiction / Mystery / Dual Timeline
🌶️ Spice Level: Low

📚 Series: Standalone

Atmospheric, intriguing, and beautifully woven—perfect for readers who love dual timelines, hidden histories, and stories centred around women reclaiming power 👀🖤✨