Fever at the Apothecary

By: Ashford, Helen

A deadly fever. A dangerous choice. A bond that changes everything.

London, 1660s.

When Margaret Hale collapses in her own apothecary, the healer becomes the patient-and the limits of medicine are laid bare.

Dr. tienne Moreau, physician to the royal court, is thrust into a battle he cannot control. Trapped between duty to the King and the life of a woman who refuses to surrender, he makes a choice that could cost him everything.

As fever consumes Margaret, past and present collide-memories of the Great Plague, hard-won knowledge recorded in her physick book, and the quiet resilience that has defined her life. Within the walls of the apothecary, a small household fights to hold together:

Pieter, no longer a boy, but a capable apprentice forced into responsibilityJohanna, steadfast and unyielding in her careAnd tienne, confronting the truth of what it means to heal-and what it means to choose

But survival comes at a price.

When a royal messenger arrives demanding tienne's return to court, his refusal sets consequences into motion that cannot be undone. Reputation, position, and safety hang in the balance.

Because in a world ruled by duty and expectation, every choice carries a cost.

And some are worth everything.

In this gripping fourth installment of the Restoration Apothecary series, survival is only the beginning-and the price of saving a life may change everything that follows.

Fever at the Apothecary is a richly atmospheric historical mystery blending medical intrigue, emotional depth, and slow-burning romance. Perfect for readers who love:

Historical fiction set in Restoration EnglandApothecary and early medicine themesStrong, intelligent female protagonistsSlow-burn romantic tensionCharacter-driven mysteries with emotional stakes

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GWLTW1KY
• ISBN13: 9798295773709
• Release Date: April 2026
• Publisher: SLJ Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"