The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao's Notes on the Inner Palace, Vol. 1

The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao's Notes on the Inner Palace, Vol. 1 presents a compelling mystery-centric manga adaptation of the popular light novels. Maomao, a skilled apothecary, finds her life transformed after being abducted and sold into the inner palace as a maid. While she intends to work quietly and avoid attention, her natural curiosity leads her to investigate the suspicious deaths of the emperor's children. This volume of The Apothecary Diaries: Maomao's Notes on the Inner Palace introduces a complex world of palace intrigue and medical secrets.

After Maomao secretly intervenes to save a life, her unique talents attract the attention of the handsome eunuch Jinshi. He places her in the service of Consort Gyokuyo as a food taster, a position that utilizes her extensive knowledge of herbs, medicine, and poison. This comics and graphic novels entry follows Maomao as she navigates the dangerous political landscape of the imperial court.