Sarah Penner
An American author best known for her historical fiction, particularly The Lost Apothecary. Her novels often blend mystery, historical settings, and compelling female characters. Penner excels at crafting intricate plots and atmospheric narratives that transport readers to different eras, exploring themes of hidden histories, female agency, and the power of secrets. Her meticulous research and evocative prose create immersive reading experiences, making her a rising star in the historical fiction genre.
In 18th-century London, a hidden apothecary secretly aids women seeking revenge, dispensing poisons to free them from abusive men. Its owner, Nella, is careful—until a bold twelve-year-old customer makes a fatal error, setting off a chain of events with lasting consequences. Two centuries later, Caroline Parcewell, alone in London on her tenth wedding anniversary, uncovers a clue to the long-unsolved apothecary murders. As she delves deeper, past and present entwine in unexpected ways. The Lost Apothecary is a gripping debut about betrayal, resilience, and the power of female connection—across generations and against all odds. Not everyone will survive the truth.