The Apothecary Diaries 08 (Light Novel) -- Natsu Hyuuga, Paperback

A palace servant trained in herbal medicine finds herself at the heart of imperial intrigue in this enthralling period mystery!

The capital goes wild for the board game go when Lakan publishes a book about his games. To spread the appreciation for go even further, Lakan decides to hold a tournament open to all. Jinshi eyes an opportunity when the strategist offers to grant a single request to any gifted player who can defeat the military man himself. Contrasting the diversion of games, reports arrive of crops devastated by a plague of locusts in a remote village. Jinshi's efforts to mitigate the insects' impact will be put to the test, and the results will mean survival or starvation for the country of Li.

Author: Natsu Hyuuga
Publisher: Square Enix Books
Published: 03/03/2026
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 7.96h x 5.60w x 1.19d
ISBN: 9781646094233

About the Author
Natsu Hyuuga is the author of The Apothecary Diaries novel series.

Touko Shino is the illustrator of The Apothecary Diaries novel series.