Square Enix The Apothecary Diaries 02 - Light Novel

A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself at the center of imperial intrigue in this enthralling period mystery. Maomao is dismissed from the rear palace and returns to service in the outer court as the personal serving woman to Jinshi. Her presence stirs jealousy among the other ladies, but more pressing are a string of puzzling incidents: a warehouse fire, an official with severe food poisoning, and the enigmatic last will of a deceased craftsman. Are these cases separate misfortunes, or do they form a hidden, troubling connection? Adding to the tension is a mysterious military man who frequently visits Jinshi and shows a keen interest in Maomao.

Set against a richly drawn historical backdrop, the story follows Maomao as she navigates court politics, unravels complex clues, and faces danger as she digs deeper into the mysteries surrounding Jinshi and the people around her.

Pages: 304

Edition: 1 armband

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Square Enix Books

Release: 06/08/2024

Features

• Protagonist: Maomao, palace servant with herbal medicine knowledge
• Maomao serves Jinshi in the outer court
• Court jealousy and social tension among ladies
• Warehouse fire and food-poisoning case linked by clues
• Deceased craftsman’s last will as a central thread
• A mysterious military suitor with an interest in Maomao