Join us on a literary world trip!

Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!

I want to read the book!

All characters reduced

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 2 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 2 (Light Novel)

Natsu Hyuuga

Translator Kevin Steinbach

Publisher: J-Novel Club

0
7
0

Summary

Dismissed from the rear palace, Maomao returns to service in the outer court—as the personal serving woman to none other than Jinshi! That doesn’t necessarily make her popular with the other ladies, but a bit of jealousy might be the least of her problems. A mysterious warehouse fire, an official with a very bad case of food poisoning, and the mysterious last will and testament of a deceased craftsman all demand her attention—but are these cases really separate, or do they share a troubling connection? Then there’s the mysterious military man who continually visits Jinshi. He’s strange, maybe even a little twisted... and he seems very interested in Maomao.

Available since: 06/03/2021.

Print length: 1 pages.

Comments

Help other users to discover new readings

About the author

This is the page of Natsu Hyuuga on 24symbols. Here you can see and read his/her books.

More from this author

From the same collection

The Apothecary Diaries

6

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 1 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 1...

Natsu Hyuuga

1
10
0

In the East is a land ruled by an emperor, whose consorts and serving women live in a sprawling complex known as the hougong, the rear palace. Maomao, an unassuming girl raised in an unassuming town by her apothecary father, never imagined the rear palace would have anything to do with her—until she was kidnapped and sold into service there.Though she looks ordinary, Maomao has a quick wit, a sharp mind, and an extensive knowledge of medicine. That’s her secret, until she encounters a resident of the palace at least as perceptive as she is: the head eunuch, Jinshi. He sees through Maomao’s façade and makes her a lady-in-waiting to none other than the Emperor’s favorite consort... so she can taste the lady’s food for poison!At her lady’s side, Maomao starts to learn about everything that goes on in the rear palace—not all of it seemly. Can she ever lead a quiet life, or will her powers of deduction and insatiable curiosity bring her ever more adventures, and ever more dangers?

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 2 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 2...

Natsu Hyuuga

0
7
0

Dismissed from the rear palace, Maomao returns to service in the outer court—as the personal serving woman to none other than Jinshi! That doesn’t necessarily make her popular with the other ladies, but a bit of jealousy might be the least of her problems. A mysterious warehouse fire, an official with a very bad case of food poisoning, and the mysterious last will and testament of a deceased craftsman all demand her attention—but are these cases really separate, or do they share a troubling connection? Then there’s the mysterious military man who continually visits Jinshi. He’s strange, maybe even a little twisted... and he seems very interested in Maomao.

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 3 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 3...

Natsu Hyuuga

0
22
0

Maomao must help keep Consort Gyokuyou safe during her pregnancy. An imperial consort being with child is supposed to be a matter of the utmost secrecy, but this is the rear palace, where maneuvering and backstabbing are as commonplace as banter and tea parties. Threats seem to lurk around every corner—but it’s not just the rear palace keeping busy. Jinshi finds himself struggling to entertain a most unusual request from a pair of visiting ambassadors. Later, he’s invited to an important gathering in a faraway place—but who knows what dangers might be waiting for him?

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 4 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 4...

Natsu Hyuuga

1
41
0

Though her main duty is still looking after Consort Gyokuyou, Maomao finds time to help her friends and acquaintances in the rear palace, including Xiaolan, who will need a job after her term of service ends, and Consort Lishu, who’s convinced she’s seen a ghost! When complications arise with Gyokuyou’s pregnancy, however, Maomao knows she’s not skilled enough to handle a situation that could threaten the life of both mother and child. She knows someone who is, but they haven’t been welcome in the rear palace for a very long time… Meanwhile, Maomao begins to discern what seem to be links between otherwise unrelated incidents in the rear palace. But what if her dawning knowledge makes her the next victim?

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 5 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 5...

Natsu Hyuuga

0
22
0

The political situation at court has changed: the birth of Gyokuyou’s son has seen her elevated to the status of Empress, and meanwhile Jinshi is no longer able to continue his pretense at the rear palace. Although all seems peaceful after the destruction of the Shi clan, threats continue to loom—not least a potential plague of insects—and Maomao, as ever, somehow finds herself caught up in them.
 
When Jinshi orders an expedition to Gyokuyou’s homeland, Maomao heads west. But is there something lurking in the shadows of the glittering city? And will Maomao be able to discover what it is before it’s too late?

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 6 (Light Novel) - cover

The Apothecary Diaries: Volume 6...

Natsu Hyuuga

0
2
0

The events in the western capital threaten to shake not only the political order, but Maomao’s personal relationships as well, and she departs the city uncertain what her future holds. A detour on the way home, however, gives her an unexpected insight into her own family. Meanwhile, Consort Lishu finds herself at the center of an ugly scandal. Might the truth of the matter help explain everything that’s happened recently?

View collection

Other books that might interest you

The Final Chapter - cover

The Final Chapter

G.K. Parks

0
0
0

This is part 3 of Outcomes and Perspective: The FBI Case Files 
The OIO is hot on the trail of a bomber. So far, there has only been a single detonation at an impound lot, but with a threatening phone call promising more fireworks, it is a race against time to identify the bomber and stop him before there's more destruction. 
Agent Alexis Parker has been on the job for over four years, chasing suspects, identifying leads, and becoming close with her federal agent brethren, but a single moment will alter everyone's fate.

Razor Moon - cover

Razor Moon

Ted Galdi

0
0
0

They thought they could take her … but they didn't know he was on her side. 
 
A fifteen-year-old girl disappears from a Montana truck stop. The police believe she's just another runaway, not in any serious danger. 
 
They're dead wrong. 
 
And ex-Special Forces commando Cole Maddox knows it. Though he and the missing girl never met, her grandfather helped him as a boy and now he wants to help the family. However, when Cole sets out to find her, he learns her disappearance is part of a sinister conspiracy far darker than anything he suspected. 
 
Can he rescue her while keeping himself and those closest to him alive? Find out in this fast-paced, adrenaline-surging thrill ride from Ted Galdi.

The Iron Republic - Journey Through The Ice Wall - cover

The Iron Republic - Journey...

Richard Jameson Morgan

0
0
0

The origins of the Iron Republic are somewhat obscure. Its authorship is commonly attributed to Richard Bennett, also known as Richard Jameson Morgan. Of course, other names have been associated with the book, like James M. Schurbath and Dr. James Cleave Symmes, Jr. But ultimately, there is no conclusive evidence that confirms any of these individuals as sole authors or contributors to the Iron Republic. The book also shares some sparse connections to the speculative fiction genre that began flourishing during the same time in the early 1900’s. However, there is no definitive proof that the story was written as PURE science fiction. The Iron Republic appears in 1902 as an article in the Florida Magazine and for over 100 years since its publication, this body of work, so rich in technical detail, was able to predict technology we use today, yet did not exist then. How has this story been so grossly overlooked for so long? And in our modern world of ubiquitous information, how have the origins of this manuscript remained so unclear? Is it possible that the author was a clairvoyant genius and the most uncelebrated sci-fi writer the world never knew? Or is it also possible that the Iron Republic is a TRUE account of the events and discoveries of J. Edward Barrington, who bought a boat and set sail for the unknown mysteries of Antarctica? That is for you, the reader, to decide.

The Crystal Stopper - cover

The Crystal Stopper

Maurice Leblanc

0
0
0

Something seems off. Lupin sensed it before it happened. When a simple burglary goes terribly wrong, and two of Lupin’s accomplices are sentenced to the guillotine, Lupin’s quest to free them reveals itself to be more twisted and darker than he’d ever imagined.  
 
Inspired by the infamous Panama scandals of 1892 and 1893, and expanding on the main concept in Poe’s The Purloined Letter, Leblanc weaves a thrilling tale of twists and turns with Lupin’s characteristic panache.

Mystery of kyle's christmas - cover

Mystery of kyle's christmas

JS HAVILAH

0
0
0

A charming narrative that brings to life the enchanting world of a young boy named Kyle, and the mysterious attempt to snatch him from the Christmas vibe.

Magnolia Blossoms Reggie Chronicle 3 - cover

Magnolia Blossoms Reggie...

Lynda Rees

0
0
0

On their honeymoon, FBI Agent Reggie Montgomery gets pulled into a search for a missing child. While on a hunting excursion, hubby, U. S. Marshal Shea Montgomery, unearths a body buried beside secluded magnolia trees. As more bodies are uncovered, their rare time off work turns into a search for a serial killer, and Reggie’s life is in danger. Stephanie Plum meets Alex Cross in rural Kentucky racehorse country. Get your copy of MAGNOLIA BLOSSOMS, Reggie Chronicle 3 by Multi-Award-Winning Author Lynda Rees, The Murder Guru now! 
♥ AMAZING!!! Lynda IS an amazing writer! I have read all of Lynda’s books and love them. I can't wait for the next one. Once I start reading one of Lynda's books, I CAN'T put it down. Karen D. 
♥ A Great Read. You’ll be pulled into the story, and you’ll never be the same! Get a copy now. @quotesasimage