Hyūganatsu Itsuki Nanao & Nekokurage - The Apothecary Diaries Light Novel

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Available from HiFi LoFi when we last checked, in the last two days. Sold from the shop’s own store; the price there is the one that counts.

The Apothecary Diaries is a beautifully crafted historical mystery light novel series written by Hyūganatsu, featuring striking character designs and illustrations by Touko Shino. Set in a fictional imperial court inspired by ancient China, the story follows Maomao — a sharp-witted, apothecary-trained young woman kidnapped from her home in the pleasure district and sold into service as a lowly palace maid. Sharp-tongued, unimpressed, and allergic to getting involved, Maomao can't help herself wh