Ulric Cavendish, the Duke of Norwich, possesses a distinguished reputation. A tragic event within the ducal family disrupted their peaceful lives. In his urgent pursuit of a remedy, the esteemed Duke found himself compelled to solicit the assistance of "Tom of The Rookery," an apothecary known for unconventional and controversial practices.

​This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. While this story is set against a historical backdrop, the medical practices, botanical remedies, and "alternative" are intended solely for narrative purposes.


​These techniques do not reflect modern medical standards and should not be attempted or used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or deceased, is entirely coincidental.


Chapter 1 - LEAVES AND LEVEE