A review by sammystarbuck
The Alchemist's Apprentice by Dave Duncan

4.0

A fun historical whodunnit, set in renaissance Venice following Alfeo, the apprentice to Nostradamus (Felipe, not his more well-know relative Michel) as he attempts to solve a murder before his master can be accused of committing it.

This one is a lot more historical and a lot less fantasy than Duncan's usual fare, but there are enough references to and manifestations of the occult to satisfy people looking for a little more.

Definitely enjoyable, looking forward to the other two books in the series.