Blood and water painting style prose and verse enhances immersive storytelling
Set in early seventeenth century Rome offers unique historical context
Focus on women's experiences in apothecary work sheds light on historical injustices
New York Times bestselling author delivers trusted narrative quality
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This historical novel in prose and verse tells the story of a deadly secret hiding in plain sight and of the women who risk everything to provide care for those with nowhere else to turn, perfect for fans of Blood Water Paint and The Lost Apothecary. Early Seventeenth-Century Rome For as long as she can remember, Carmela Tofana has desp