The Apothecary Diaries is coming back very soon! The Japanese light novel series written by Natsu Hyūga and illustrated by Touko Shino has been going strong since 2011, receiving a manga adaptation in 2017, and an anime adaptation produced by Toho Animation Studio and OLM.
The TV show aired its first season from October 2023 to March 2024 to huge ratings. Here’s a plot summary: “Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father.
Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty.
So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her.
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