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by Candace Robb (Author), Stephen Thorne (Narrator)
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  • Listening Length: 10 hours and 36 minutes
  • Program Type: Audiobook
  • Version: Unabridged
  • Publisher: Random House AudioBooks
  • Audible Release Date: 4 Mar 2011
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B004QXKXOA
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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It is the year of our Lord 1363. And in the cathedral city of York, people are dying in mysterious circumstances. But there seems to be a common thread - the herbal remedies dispensed by Nicholas Wilton, Master Apothecary. The first victim is an anonymous pilgrim. But when a highborn nobleman dies after taking the same potion the authorities decide to act.

Dispatched to York, in disguise, to unravel the mystery, Owen Archer, former Captain of Archers, apprentices himself to the Apothecary. But it is from Wilton's beautiful wife Lucie that he must learn the arcane secrets of the trade. Slowly but surely, Owen begins to uncover the truth. And when the deaths continue, he realises to his horror he must count Lucie among the suspects.

©1994 Candace Robb; (P)2009 Random House Audio
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
In the first of the Owen archer series Candace Robb brings medieval York to life.She paints such a vivid picture of life that you can almost smell the surroundings,and by the time that you are halfway through the book its characters almost feel like a member of the family.The book is an easy read but yet remains a fantastic murder mystery.Apothecary Rose not only leads you through the lives of an apothecary and his family but also mixes court life and that of the powerful archbishop of York.An excellant read and one that can be read time and time again as I do.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
An excellent read ! 25 Oct 1999
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Format:Paperback
Having just finished the "Warlord Chronicals" by Bernard Cornwell I was wondering if I could find another author that could captivate my imagination in the way that Cornwell did and, suprise,suprise Candace Robb surpassed my expectations, her books are interesting,well researched, with great story lines.I have since read all her books to date and none of them have slipped below the excellent standards she set in this the first. It really begs the question of how an American can produce an historical novel set in York,England in the 1360's with such Authority,can anybody recommend an author as good as Ms Robb for this sort of novel?
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Cadfael refined 9 Aug 1999
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Format:Paperback
Robb has proved himself better than his obvious inspiration Ellis Peters, and repeatedly delivers books which verify his standards. Perhaps most importantly of all, the stories always function on several levels. The Apothecary Rose is no different. The ubiquitous murder-mystery is present, as is the romance novel, and elements of the historical novel.

I read the book two years, ago, but still occaisionally find parts of it in my thoughts now. Most importantly of all, for most readers, it shows that all important signature of a good novel; the temerity to order you not to discard it, but to keep reading (and hang everything else).

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Apothecary Rose
I read this book with great intrest as I live and work in York, especially as I work in what would have been the Minster Liberty. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Tuggie
Was I reading the same book?
Dull as dishwater, lacking in atmosphere and completely lacking in any sense of mystery. On the evidence of this book, here are so many better medieval mystery writers out there -... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. S. R. Barge
Totally addictive
I bought this for my mum for her birthday and she can't get enough of it. Marvellous, well done amazon!
Published on 27 Dec 2009 by stuart walker
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Why is J Chippendale posting multiple reviews for this author? The content suggests he knows her or is related to her. Amazon, please investigate.
Published on 7 Jan 2009 by Bookman
First in What became a Wonderful Series
Candace Robb has read and researched medieval history for many years, having studied for a Ph.D. in Medieval and Anglo-Saxon Literature. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2007 by J. Chippindale
First Book in the Owen Archer Series
Candace Robb has read and researched medieval history for many years, having studied for a Ph.D. in Medieval and Anglo-Saxon Literature. Read more
Published on 10 Oct 2007 by J. Chippindale
First in the Owen Archer Series
Candace Robb has read and researched medieval history for many years, having studied for a Ph.D. in Medieval and Anglo-Saxon Literature. Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2007 by J. Chippindale
Sets the scene for future novels
Sets the scene well for future books in the series which i rate highly. Set in York 14th century, our hero a retired soldier befriends an apothecary's wife and becomes a spy for... Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2000
Most of the time gripping, but dull in places.
I all in all enjoyed this book. I am a big history freak, so on the factual side, it was packed and very interesting. On the story line side of things, it was also pretty good. Read more
Published on 28 May 1999
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