Fever at the Apothecary

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. Étienne 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 Étienne, confronting the truth of what it means to heal-and what it means to chooseBut survival comes at a price.When a royal messenger arrives demanding Étienne'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