Dark Circles A Novel
Dark Circles A Novel by Caite Dolan-Leach, published by Random House Publishing Group on March 21, 2023, is a 400-page work in English that explores the complexities of fame and the darker sides of personal growth. The story follows Olivia Reed, an actress seeking respite from her tumultuous public life at a spiritual retreat in upstate New York. However, her quest for realignment quickly turns into a chilling investigation as she uncovers a series of mysterious suicides linked to the retreat, prompting her to launch a true crime podcast to expose the unsettling truths hidden beneath the surface.
Readers will find a gripping narrative that delves into themes of violence, fame, and the morbid fascination with murder. As Olivia navigates the seemingly serene environment of the House of Light, she encounters a range of intriguing characters, including a local named Ava, who warns her of the darkness lurking within the retreat. The novel intricately weaves elements of suspense and literary fiction, inviting readers to question the authenticity of appearances and the true nature of those around them.
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An embattled actress becomes entangled in a dark conspiracy at a spiritual retreat—and starts a true crime podcast to try to break the case—in this chilling novel about fame, violence, and our morbid fascination with murder, from the acclaimed author of Dead Letters.
“Dolan-Leach writes like Paula Hawkins by way of Curtis Sittenfeld.”—Amy Gentry, author of Good as Gone
Olivia Reed needs a break. She doesn’t want to think about her name plastered on tabloids or be reminded of her recent meltdown on a Manhattan street. Her micromanaging publicist has just the thing in mind: a remote retreat in upstate New York—the House of Light. It’s not rehab; it’s a Spiritual Center, a site for seeking realignment and personal growth. There will be yoga and morning meditation, soft bamboo-blend fabrics and no shortage of crystals to cleanse her energy.
But Liv will soon find that the House of Light is filled with darkness. A prickly local, Ava, informs her that something twisted is lurking behind the Light’s veneer. There have been a series of mysterious suicides committed by women caught in the Light’s web, and no matter who Ava talks to, no one believes the Center is involved. To find out what’s really happened and put her celebrity to good use, Liv starts a podcast, seeking to connect the dots and expose the Light’s true intentions. Because beneath the glowing skin of the Light’s inhabitants lie rotten souls, and Liv starts to wonder if anything—even her own life—is how it appears.
Caite Dolan-Leach brings her tantalizing voice, her gift for atmosphere, and a cast of delightfully devious and absorbing characters to this riveting novel of suspense.
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