DANIELLE LACARAK
author of psychological thrillers with
dark secrets, gripping plots, and strong female leads
Beneath the surface of Orchid Hill’s polished exterior, something dark is waiting to be uncovered.
​​Cass Maccabee thought her new life in the Gardens of Orchid Hill would be perfect—a luxury home, an ideal neighborhood, and a promising future. But when she arrives, she can’t shake the feeling that something is off. There are whispers of secrets, hidden motives, and a dark past no one dares to speak about.
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As Cass becomes entangled in the lives of the women around her, she senses that behind their perfect smiles and flawless facades, danger and deception are lurking. In a world of high-tech comforts and traditional charm, the walls of Orchid Hill hold more than just gossip—they hide truths that could destroy everything.
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With strong female leads and an air of suspense that keeps you guessing, The Garden of Wives is a psychological thriller where nothing is as it seems, and trust is a dangerous game. The deeper Cass digs, the more she realizes that appearances are only part of the story—and the real terror lies in the secrets buried beneath the surface.
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"What a great thrilling read with unexpected twists right till the very end! A story of a newcomer who moves into an upscale gated community with her husband. The new homeowner then discovers dark secrets about her new home from fellow neighbors. All of the families in the neighborhood appear to have perfect housewives when in reality everyone has their own secrets. Lots of things contained in this story which is told from many points of view, and what's behind the closed doors?! A must read to find out."
"What a GREAT READ from a first-time author! Favoring ACTION stories, I need strong, well-defined, realistic and interesting characters to keep me engaged. This is a book full of Suspense, Good vs Evil, Kinky Couples and much more, how could I NOT be?
A neighborhood where life is a bit too perfect? Husbands and Wives not who they seem to be? Families hiding a terrible secret that could ruin their way of life and worse. And, after all is revealed, a final conflagration and reckoning. Reminded me of Stepford Wives meets The Firm (on Steroids) but with a twist or THREE. I have read it twice and will keep it on my Kindle for a long time."
"If you are looking for a reason not to sleep or do the dishes, this is it. It is unputdownable! The writing sucks you in and makes you a neighbor to the women of Orchid Hill. Scared for yourself, are you going to become one of those “lucky, prestigious” wives and part of the story? Or will you get out? The twist at the end just puts the cherry on the top of an incredible psychological journey. This will make an amazing movie and I can’t wait to be first in line at the box office!"
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Author Danielle LaCarak, a Roger Williams University alumna with a BFA in Creative Writing, masterfully navigates the murky depths of moral complexity in her thrilling narratives. A Cape Cod native turned West Coast dweller, Danielle infuses her work with a dynamic blend of suspense and emotion. Beyond her typewriter, she’s a voracious reader, an avid gamer alongside her husband, and a devoted mother of plants. Dive into her debut novel and join her literary adventures on Instagram @danielalalalacarak.
“A non-writing writer is a monster courting insanity.”
