The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 3 by Natsu Hyuuga – Manga

The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 3 follows Maomao beyond the palace walls and back to the pleasure district, where a long-awaited homecoming brings another mystery. Herbal medicine and court intrigue continue in this illustrated period mystery manga.

Synopsis contains spoilers for earlier volumes.

After her successful, surprisingly sensual display of food tasting at the garden banquet, Maomao is the talk of the palace. But notoriety is not the only thing she gained: the hairpins she received offer a brief window of freedom.

Having explained the circumstances behind the poisoned cup to Jinshi, Maomao returns home for the first time in ten months. Reunions with her father and friends await, but the young herbalist soon finds herself swept into yet another investigation.

Book details

• Series: The Apothecary Diaries
• Volume: 3
• Format: Manga
• Story by Natsu Hyuuga
• Genre: Period mystery / palace intrigue

Reading order

Read Volumes 1–2 before Volume 3, then continue with Volume 4.