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Fans who liked The Apothecary Diaries tend to recommend Raven of the Inner Palace, Yona of the Dawn, Snow White with the Red Hair the most. If you're into Drama and Mystery, any of these are a solid pick.
The Apothecary Diaries has a 8.84 on MAL from 899,121 ratings. That puts it in the top tier — most fans love it and recommend it without hesitation.
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