An inspirational novel about five women who arrive at a transformative retreat feeling lost, wounded, and unsure of themselves. Over one life-changing week, they uncover the courage to face their wounds, trust themselves again, and reconnect with the answers and strength that have always lived within them.

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Award-Winning & Reader-Loved

TESTIMONIALS

What Readers are Saying...

"THE ORCHID changed my perspective, illustrating that anyone can view life through the eyes of love. It teaches that regardless of past challenges — be it personal struggles, trauma, or guilt — we can choose to forgive and move forward with love and understanding."

Charlotte, Los Angeles

"The book is a life-changing experience altogether. It really gives the reader a perspective on life and how to make it a better journey from within. It makes you feel happy and lighter because it helps you to navigate through this great gift we all have called life!"

Claudia, Italy

This was a great book! I read it in Spanish, met the author's at Bogota's book fair FILBO. Truly a new genre in fiction and self-help. Such positive energy. In two weeks I got to around page 400. I didn't want it to end! I enjoyed doing the exercises that the characters did. Need a positive change? Pick it up!

Suzanne, USA

"At the intersection of fiction and self-help, The Orchid does a great job of encouraging empowerment delivered in a compelling storytelling style. Those who enjoyed the inner thoughts of the women in Three Women, or the empowered protagonist in Lessons in Chemistry, would really enjoy this book."

Sonya, Boston

"As a stage 4 colorectal cancer fighter, I was personally recommended The Orchid by my life coach, Claudia Barattolo, to guide me on my own journey, and what an amazing recommendation it was. Rocio Aquino has created something truly special with this book. It's not just a story; it's a sanctuary. Through Mary's retreat, The Orchid, and the deeply personal journeys of Nicole, Olivia, Jennifer, and others, I found myself reflecting on my own battles and the inner strength it takes to rise beyond life's challenges. The way this book intertwines themes of awareness, gratitude, forgiveness, and acceptance resonated deeply with me. It became a much-needed reminder that true healing begins within and that the power to move forward is something we all carry. I'm so grateful to have read this beautifully written, transformative work. Rocio Aquino, thank you for sharing this masterpiece with the world — it's a gift to anyone seeking peace, strength, and self-love."

Author of Beyond the Storm

"This book mentions so many different techniques and tools to express our emotions and to be a better version of oneself. It plants a seed to learn more in depth about these tools and to practice those who resonate more with each reader. It reminds us how powerful women are and how we all are capable of living our life at our highest potential. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an easy reading that nourishes both mind and soul."

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MEET THE AUTHORS

Rocio Aquino & Angel Orengo

Both experienced a profound inner transformation that changed their lives. Inspired by that journey, they wrote THE ORCHID to share the tools and lessons that supported them along the way.

These award-winning authors are available for conferences, leadership retreats, and events focused on inspiring people to discover, from within, how to live with greater awareness, clarity, intention, joy, and success.

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