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Pharmacist's Wife

Pharmacist's Wife

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Love, desire, and vengeance lead Rebecca Palmer down a dangerous path of addiction and obsession in this Victorian-era novel. Her husband's infidelity and strange sexual desires drive her to seek solace in heroin, while his desire to profit from his invention blurs the line between science, passion, and death.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Atlantic Books


When Rebecca Palmer relocates to Victorian Edinburgh to join her new husband, Alexander, in opening a pharmacy, she envisions a life of luxury and refinement. However, her hopes are dashed when she uncovers her husband's hidden secrets. Rebecca finds herself grappling with his infidelity and peculiar sexual desires, which strain their marriage. In an attempt to calm her supposed hysteria, Alexander introduces her to a magical new chemical creation he calls heroin.

As Rebecca's addiction deepens, she delves into her past, reconnecting with her first love. Meanwhile, Alexander's pursuit of financial gain drives him to cross dangerous boundaries, blurring the lines between science, passion, and death. He soon realizes that even the most promising experiments can have unforeseen and deadly consequences.

This captivating novel, reminiscent of the works of Sarah Waters, offers a profound exploration of the disempowerment of women, addiction, desire, sexual obsession, and vengeance. It sheds light on the societal pressures and constraints of the Victorian era and the complexities of human relationships. Through its vivid characters and intricate plot, "Love. Desire. Vengeance." invites readers to contemplate the darker aspects of human nature and the consequences of our actions.

Weight: 464g
Dimension: 210 x 148 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786492715
Edition number: Main

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