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The Apothecary

By Maile Meloy

By Maile Meloy

By Maile Meloy

By Maile Meloy

By Maile Meloy
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By Maile Meloy
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Part of The Apothecary Series

Part of The Apothecary Series

Part of The Apothecary Series

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Feb 12, 2013 | ISBN 9780142422069 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

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Oct 04, 2011 | ISBN 9781101535745 | Middle Grade (10 and up)

Audiobook Download $20.00

Oct 04, 2011 | 456 Minutes | Middle Grade (10 and up)

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    About The Apothecary

    It’s 1952 and the Scott family has just moved from Los Angeles to London. Here, fourteen-year-old Janie meets a mysterious apothecary and his son, Benjamin Burrows – a fascinating boy who’s not afraid to stand up to authority and dreams of becoming a spy. When Benjamin’s father is kidnapped, Janie and Benjamin must uncover the secrets of the apothecary’s sacred book, the Pharmacopoeia, in order to find him, all while keeping it out of the hands of their enemies – Russian spies in possession of nuclear weapons. Discovering and testing potions they never believed could exist, Janie and Benjamin embark on a dangerous race to save the apothecary and prevent impending disaster.

    Together with Ian Schoenherr’s breathtaking illustrations, this is a truly stunning package from cover to cover. Contains a teaser chapter of the sequel, The Apprentices.

    About The Apothecary

    It’s 1952 and the Scott family has just moved from Los Angeles to London. Here, fourteen-year-old Janie meets a mysterious apothecary and his son, Benjamin Burrows – a fascinating boy who’s not afraid to stand up to authority and dreams of becoming a spy. When Benjamin’s father is kidnapped, Janie and Benjamin must uncover the secrets of the apothecary’s sacred book, the Pharmacopoeia, in order to find him, all while keeping it out of the hands of their enemies – Russian spies in possession of nuclear weapons. Discovering and testing potions they never believed could exist, Janie and Benjamin embark on a dangerous race to save the apothecary and prevent impending disaster.

    Together with Ian Schoenherr’s breathtaking illustrations, this is a truly stunning package from cover to cover.

    About The Apothecary

    It’s 1952 and the Scott family has just moved from Los Angeles to London. Here, fourteen-year-old Janie meets a mysterious apothecary and his son, Benjamin Burrows – a fascinating boy who’s not afraid to stand up to authority and dreams of becoming a spy. When Benjamin’s father is kidnapped, Janie and Benjamin must uncover the secrets of the apothecary’s sacred book, the Pharmacopoeia, in order to find him, all while keeping it out of the hands of their enemies – Russian spies in possession of nuclear weapons. Discovering and testing potions they never believed could exist, Janie and Benjamin embark on a dangerous race to save the apothecary and prevent impending disaster.

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    About Maile Meloy

    Maile Meloy is the author of the novels Liars and Saints and A Family Daughter; the short story collections Half in Love and Both Ways Is the Only Way I Want It (named one of the “10 Best Books of 2009” by the New York Times Book Review);… More about Maile Meloy

    About Maile Meloy

    Maile Meloy is the author of the novels Liars and Saints and A Family Daughter; the short story collections Half in Love and Both Ways Is the Only Way I Want It (named one of the “10 Best Books of 2009” by the New York Times Book Review);… More about Maile Meloy

    About Maile Meloy

    Maile Meloy is the author of the novels Liars and Saints and A Family Daughter; the short story collections Half in Love and Both Ways Is the Only Way I Want It (named one of the “10 Best Books of 2009” by the New York Times Book Review);… More about Maile Meloy

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books | Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure Books

    Paperback | $9.99
    Published by Puffin Books
    Feb 12, 2013 | 384 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9780142422069

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books | Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure Books

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Puffin Books
    Oct 04, 2011 | 384 Pages | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9781101535745

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books | Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure Books | Teen & Young Adult | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $20.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Oct 04, 2011 | 456 Minutes | Middle Grade (10 and up) | ISBN 9781101538333
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    Praise

    "[The blend of history, culture, and the anxiety of the time with magical ‘science’ will keep readers just as spellbound as the characters." — Kirkus reviews

    * "[Readers] will be quickly swept up in this thoroughly enjoyable adventure, filled with magic, humor, memorable characters, and just a bit of sweet romance." — Publishers Weekly, starred review

    "Satisfies on all levels." — The New York Times

    "Pitch-perfect." — The Los Angeles Times

    "Meloy offers a strong narrator in Janie and an intriguing mix of history and mystery." — Booklist

    Awards

    ALSC Notable Children’s Recordings SELECTION 2012

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