The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 13 by Natsu Hyuuga – Manga

The Apothecary Diaries Vol. 13 turns a hunting trip into a dangerous investigation when unknown attackers target Maomao and Jinshi. Secrets and palace intrigue continue in this illustrated historical mystery manga.

Synopsis contains spoilers for earlier volumes.

Maomao accompanies Jinshi on a hunting trip while he keeps his true identity concealed. When unknown assailants suddenly open fire, the pair escape into a cave, where Maomao learns one of the many secrets Jinshi has been keeping.

Now she must work with Lihaku to identify their would-be assassins. She can piece together a motive, but could the incident reach further than she realizes?

Book details

• Series: The Apothecary Diaries
• Volume: 13
• Format: Manga
• Story by Natsu Hyuuga
• Genre: Historical mystery / palace intrigue
• Follows Maomao, a young woman trained in herbal medicine

Reading order

Read Volumes 1–12 before Volume 13, then continue with Volume 14.