In Wild Oranges, the serene beauty of a secluded cove in southern Georgia masks a chilling reality. John Wolfock and his companion, Halford, anchor their boat in what appears to be a tranquil paradise, only to discover an unsettling aroma of wild oranges wafting through the air. As they explore the area, they encounter a lovely girl swimming nearby, whose sudden flight raises John's suspicions. The discovery of a dilapidated plantation house hints at a deeper mystery, and John's instinctual unease grows stronger.