In a London that insists women remain quiet, dutiful, and dull, two unlikely conspirators discover a secret that awakens everything society tells them to suppress Jenny Rosewood single, clever and nearly thirty, heaven forbid has long disguised herself as a man to attend nighttime lectures and chase knowledge forbidden to her. But when an accidental alteration of her uncles sleeping draught unleashes a dizzying rush of freedom, Jenny sees an opportunity. Together with Gwen Walters, a pharmacists wife hidden in her husbands shadow, they form a covert sisterhood where Londons ladies gather to indulge in their secret tincture under the guise of afternoon tea. Soon, society's most proper ladies are sipping their way toward inspiration, rebellion and risk. Because once women taste freedom, no amount of decorum can force it back in the bottle. Readers love this book: 'Completely hooked me from the very startincredibly empoweringIf you love stories of fierce female rebellion, you need to add this to your TBR list immediately' 'I absolutely loved thisThe plot kept me guessing, and there were plenty of twists to keep me turning the pagesa fantastic readHighly recommended!' 'I loved the mix of mystery, female friendship, and just a touch of romancekept me hooked from beginning to end' 'A cracking novel with a gripping plotnever disappoints!' 'I loved this book so muchit has it all' Autorid: Elisabeth Hobbes