Listening / Science Fiction & Fantasy / The Apothecary Diaries
- Written by
- Natsu Hyuuga
- Read by
- Catherine Ho, Emi Lo
- Length
- 7 hrs 28 min
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5
- Series
- The Apothecary Diaries, Book 1
- Publisher
- Tantor Media
- Released
- 2026-09-22
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What it is
A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself at the heart of imperial intrigue in this must-listen historical mystery.
Maomao leads an unassuming life with her apothecary father, but kidnappers whisk her away to a world of consorts and serving women in the empire's rear palace. Sold into imperial servitude, the girl keeps her quick wit, sharp mind, and medical knowledge a secret. But the head eunuch, Jinshi, shatters Maomao's low profile when she catches his eye. He perceives her true skills and makes her a lady-in-waiting to the rear palace's top consort. Can Maomao quietly pass her term as her lady's food tester, or will observational prowess and curiosity push her into danger as she uncovers turmoil at court?
This first installment in an ongoing light novel series starring an unforgettable female apothecary blends historical mystery and palace intrigue with a dash of romance—inspiring the popular The Apothecary Diaries manga anime adaptations!
About the series
The Apothecary Diaries in order →The Apothecary Diaries — 6 books, 6 of them charting here
- 1 The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 14.7
- 2 The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 2
- 3 The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 3
- 4 The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 4
- 5 The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 5
- 6 The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 6
On the charts
Last charted September 24, 2026. Its best position was 4 on New releases in Literature & Fiction, reached September 23, 2026. Seen on 2 charts over 2 days of readings, the first on September 23, 2026.
| Chart | Best | Days | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literature & Fiction | |||
| New releases | 4 | 2 days | September 24, 2026 |
| Science Fiction & Fantasy | |||
| New releases | 5 | 2 days | September 24, 2026 |
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