The Apothecary’s Daughter is published by Piatkus in hardback, paperback and as a Kindle e-book.
Katie Fforde said, ‘Romantic, engaging and hugely satisfying. This is one of those novels that makes you feel like you’ve travelled back in time.’
All but the poorest households employed servants, who usually lived in, sleeping in attics, kitchens and basements. Pay was low but included their keep and often their clothing. Work was hard and hours long.
I was thrilled to find this review for The Apothecary’s Daughter by Emma Pennell of Waterstone’s in Chichester.