The Orchid Papers was a tense and twisty read, full of suspense, drama, betrayal, hope, and friendship. I really enjoyed it.

I loved the bond that was formed between Cass, Alex, Veronika & Bella. They were all strong, determined, and complex women.

It's hard to believe that men can still get away with offering so little in divorce proceedings. Women really aren't valued enough as housewives. Supporting their husband's careers for years on end, only to be told it doesn't count for anything in the end.
I loved the way the ladies grouped together in the end to fight for justice. Not only for themselves, but also for the greater good.

This is the first book I've read from Kat, and I devoured it in one sitting, I honestly couldn't put it down.

I highly recommend.

4 stars from me. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to Netgalley, Troubador, and Kat Thurston for the chance to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

*The Orchid Papers* presents an intriguing premise—a glamorous woman’s descent into a dark world of deceit, corporate crime, and betrayal. The story of Cass Hartmann’s fight against her manipulative husband and his web of corruption on the island of Jersey offers moments of suspense and empowerment.

However, the pacing felt uneven, and the narrative sometimes dragged, making it difficult to stay fully engaged. While the themes of resilience and female solidarity were compelling, the plot’s complexity and the slow buildup diluted some of the tension. Cass’s transformation and the underlying corporate intrigue had potential but didn’t fully deliver the gripping impact I was hoping for.

Overall, it’s a story with strong concepts but struggled to maintain momentum.

I didn't love it. The beginning really hooked me but it fizzled out quickly. The character development was weak and the writing style was messy to me. I appreciate the ARC from NetGalley.

The subject matter was not to my taste in any way. It is so far removed from anything I could imagine, it is just not my kind of book. DNF.
My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for my advance copy of this book.

Cass discovers her husband is cheating. Suddenly she finds herself locked out of her high society life. Marcus her husband has cut her out of their life, draining money, kicking out her house. As she starts to unravel secrets she discovers the whole island is in on nefarious activities including a snuff film. She has to find the courage to fight for her freedom and what is right. At times it was slow but it all came together at the end. I am intrigued that is inspired by true events.

It was just too much and I didn't enjoy the writing style.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!

‘The Orchid Papers' is gritty and suspenseful. Cass Hartmann races against a scheming husband to keep from being erased. I know psychological women's fiction readers would really enjoy this. However, I won't be finishing the novel. There were some uses of the f-word and it was a bit dark for my taste, but I certainly feel for the terrible situation Cass was put in.

Special thanks to the Publisher, Troubador, and Net Galley for a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Thank you NetGalley and Troubador for this eCopy to review

The Orchid Papers follows Cass Hartmann, a society hostess and amateur aviator living on the paradise island of Jersey. Cass seems to have it all—a beachside home, a chalet in the Alps, two beautiful daughters, and a seemingly perfect husband, Magnus. However, her world shatters when she discovers at a lavish party that Magnus has been leading a double life. This revelation sets off a chain of events that sees Cass filing for divorce and uncovering Magnus's clandestine business dealings.

As Cass delves deeper into Magnus's affairs, she finds herself cut off financially, alienated from friends and family, and fighting to regain custody of her daughters. With the help of three women she meets in a relationship therapy group, Cass uncovers a web of money laundering, sanctions busting, and arms dealing. Despite the challenges, Cass's journey is one of empowerment and resilience as she navigates the murky waters of corporate crime and personal betrayal.

I found The Orchid Papers to be an engaging read, particularly because of Cass's character. Her transformation from a seemingly perfect society hostess to a determined and resourceful woman was compelling. The plot was filled with twists and turns, keeping me hooked as Cass uncovered more about her husband's secret life. I felt some of the characters could have been developed more and it felt a little slow at times

If you enjoy women's fiction with a mix of mystery and personal growth, then give The Orchid Papers a go.

I really enjoyed THE ORCHID PAPERS. Cass Hartmann is an engaging protagonist, and you really feel for her as she discovers her fabulous life is built on secrets and lies. Her husband Magnus is a great villain and sets things in motion by leaving her alone on the island. I enjoyed how Cass related to the other women in therapy and how they work together. My only complaint is that the novel could have been shortened. I recommend THE ORCHID PAPERS for fans of women's fiction.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance e-galley; all opinions in my review are 100% my own.

Barely managed to finish this book as the whole plot line was so over the top. The story lurched about with poor character development and a weak writing style. Not for me I’m sorry to say.