Lustful intrigues, emotional depths, invented truths, corrupted hearts, and the ruthless pursuit of happiness characterize the life stories of the suburban women. However, when we look behind the scenes of glamour and glitz, we discover men and women with sincere insights and cruel intentions, driven by their secrets, fears, and desires. But how did five very different women become the "suburban women"? When did Caro, Maria, Sabine, Nicoletta, and Waltraud first meet? How did they become inseparable friends? And what invisible bond ties them together? Is there perhaps a shared guilt that connects them? Uli Brée provides answers to these questions for the first time in this novel.