Well written novel about 4 female friends taking their annual vacation together with a major difference this year. The friend in charge of arranging this year’s trip chooses a challenging hike in Norway, but it turns out to be a whole lot more complicated than anyone expected. Be prepared for twists and turns and surprise intrigue along this hike.

I received an ARC of this novel from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

A group of friends set out on a hike in the mountains of Norway. Resentments surface; one woman doesn't make it home.

The characters and their lives are believable and easy to imagine.

Such a descriptive setting and I love a plot focused on female friendships! Definitely some twists I expected and some that surprised me. Some dialogue bothered me but was an easy read if you’re looking for a ‘who did it’ thriller.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book was amazing. I had a hard time putting it down. The setting was so well described it felt like you were there, and the twists and turns kept me guessing as to what was going on through the whole story. I also loved (or loved to hate, in some cases) the characters. Four best friends, each with her own secret issues that she's hiding from the others, and everything comes out at some point on this journey. I wish the ending had kept with the twisty vibe of the book, but it was still a good ending.

Lucy Clarke does it again! Amazing book that left me hanging on the edge of my seat. Thought I had it all figured out to only be taken by surprise.

I really enjoyed this thriller about a group of friends who go on an epic hike in Norway. The story is told from multiple perspectives and had short chapters that kept me turning the page! There were a couple plot points that seemed a little far-fetched, but overall I would recommend this book to those who like a good thriller! Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

This was my first Lucy Clarke book and while I love a good suspense novel, this one felt anticlimactic to me.

Spoilers ahead
This book explored the friendship of 4 women on a mountain climbing trip. We heard from all 4 perspectives, but since it was written in 3rd person it felt choppy and I had to keep flipping back to see who was telling the story. There also was a past/present aspect which added to some of the suspense, but was told from a 5th point of view. I really wanted to like the story, but there was just so much going on and for me the ending, including the “after” chapters fell flat. It was still an interesting read so I’d give it between 2.5 and 3 stars overall. Thank you to NetGalley and Putnam Books for the ARC of this book!

Def didn’t love this one. I read it quick because it was an easy read. There were some parts where I was like omg what?! But overall just meh.

I was more than pleasantly surprised by this book and its quick engaging story. Each chapter had me rushing to read the next page while maintaining a length that kept my focus throughout the book. I would suggest this book to anyone and everyone who is searching for a gripping read that has you on your toes. The one thing that had me confused the most towards the beginning of the book was the descriptions of each character which read almost like they were attracted to each other. Other than that this book is beautifully written and has a spot on my favorite books of the year.

I was interested in this book at the beginning, but it fell short for me. I hate even saying that because I know the author put her heart and soul into writing it. I must be honest in my review. I honestly didn’t care if everyone fell off a cliff by the time I got to the end. This just wasn’t for me.

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SLOW BURN! This book was enjoyable, just feel like some parts could have been left out completely. Twisty end made it all over all enjoyable for sure!! The character development and plot execution was beautifully written!!

I unfortunately didn’t enjoy this book as much as I thought I would. I found myself having a hard time trying to get through it. I really wanted to like the story but it was slow for me and it just wasn’t interesting enough for me.

Thank you NetGalley, Lucy Clark and Harper Collins UK for the ARC!

3.5 stars rounding up.
The Hike is about four friends who go on holiday to hike a very big mountain. Only one of them comes prepared but how bad can it be? Surprise… pretty bad. Like.. really bad.
I was interested in this book because 1. I have never read Lucy Clarke before but have heard great things. 2. I really like hiking.
Unfortunately this book kind of missed the mark for me because the characters were just so annoying with their constant squabbles. I did like the plot twists and surprises in the end but I couldn’t get over the “friendship”. However, this will not stop me from reading any other of Clarke’s books. I enjoyed the writing just not the story.
Thank you to Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The Hike is a story a four friends who go on a hiking trip that turns out to be much more dangerous than they anticipated. Liz, Helena, Joni and Maggie have been friends for decades. They try to go on a trip together every year to catch up and have fun. This year, Liz takes the group to a mountain hiking trip to Norway. Initially, it seems like a beautiful place to explore. But as they begin to hike, secrets between friends leads to tension, and a discovery on the mountain leads them straight into a killer's path. This book started out strong, slowed down in the middle and recovered for a pretty good climax. I got tired of the friends bickering constantly and no character really stood out to me as particularly intriguing. It wasn't my favorite "survival thriller" but it was entertaining nonetheless. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Thank you for the ARC! Story started off slow but quickly picked up towards the middle. Couldn’t stop reading until the end ! Definitely did not see the twist coming at the end ! Loved all the characters and alternating point of views !

This was a page turner! The Hike takes place in a Norwegian coastal mountain where four friends have come together for their annual trip. Hiking a mountain is not what most of them had in mind but they are each there for different reasons. Liz is burnt out in career, motherhood, and marriage, Joni is living a fast rock n roll life, Helena feels like she has no one that loves her, and Maggie has forgotten who she is without her daughter. These women witness some shocking events and find more than. They ever imagined.
Thanks to Harper Collins and NetGalley for the eARC.

Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow!!!
I had absolutely LOVED Ms. Clarke's "One of the Girls" - and after reading the excerpt of this very book, "The Hike" at the closure of One of the Girls, I frantically set about trying to get access to the aforementioned book, "The Hike"!!!
Wow, what a hike! I devoured this book... it is absolutely spectacular! It pulls you in immediately to the 4 main characters' lives, their feelings, and the undercurrents running within each of them as well as between each other. On the hike- danger chases and comes for these life-long friends in many ways. Despite any differences they have, Liz, Helena, Joni and Maggie stick tight to one another in the belief that they are stronger against any threats.... together. I did NOT anticipate the climax or even have a hint until the end of the book who the 'bad guys' were. Clarke keeps you guessing, and reassessing, drawing you into this truly treacherous adventure.
Rating: 5/5 stars!
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this novel. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Absolutely loved this slow burn thriller. Clarke's book last year was one of my favorites and this one definitely lived up to the hype. It follows a group of female friends on a hiking adventure through Norway. The characters were very relatable and the mystery wasn't easy to solve. I loved the multiple narratives and alternating timeline as well.

No help.
No cell coverage.
No one to hear them scream.


The Hike is story about four life-long friends who take a yearly vacation together. This year it's Liz's turn and so the troop of women go hiking into the vast wilderness of Norway. This is the story of friendship and secrets, healing and finding yourself, just as much as it is a survival thriller.

I loved the setting, as now I'll never have to go hiking on dangerous Blafjell mountain, I'll live vicariously through this book 😬 The characters weren't overly likeable, but they were relatable in their flaws. There were years old resentments that can only come from friends who are basically family. I didn't love the ending. In fact, I didn't really like it. It came so suddenly and there were crazy twists, new characters, organized crime. I mean, it was wild. It was still a really enjoyable read, and makes me want to read more from Lucy Clarke. Find it August 29th 2023!

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam, G.P. Putnam's Sons for the e-ARC I received in exchange for an honest review.

Four friends go out on a girls weekend hike in Norway - what can go wrong? Plenty! This book is a page turner with some unexpected twists that will have you gasping out loud. It is the perfect beach read!