This book wasn't for me. I found the characters to be unlikable and dumb. The choices that are made just didn't make sense. I found myself annoyed through most of it.

This novel gives creepy vibes almost from the get go, and I loved that!

Liz, Helena, Maggie, and Joni are close friends who meet up every year for a weekend getaway. But this year, instead of warm sunshine, sandy beaches, and fruity drinks, there is a change of plans and they end up in Norway on a hiking adventure.

The premise of the book was great and I loved the idea of not only getting to learn about Norway but also the idea that these women, who mostly had no business doing this hike, were about the get absolutely stranded.

Unfortunately, as a whole this novel fell short for me. I'm not sure exactly what it was, but I just didn't love it. I didn't hate it either. It was a solid C novel for me.

Set in the mountains of Norway, the setting becomes a secondary character framing the plot and actions of the characters. I did guess a little where this one was heading, but no one could have prepared me for some of those twists.

While the suspense is the draw in this one, it also focuses on friendship and how we view ourselves as our lives progress.

Throughout the book there are chapters on a search for a missing character, but the reader is not privy to who is missing. I was always looking for clues to figure out where this was going and see if I could figure out who was missing and what happened.

If you’re looking for an entertaining popcorn thriller, albeit maybe not memorable or a chart topper, look no further! The first quarter is slow moving as we get to know our group of friends who are hiking together, but if you can be patient, once that backstory is laid (and this part is arguably important) the real action begins and doesn’t let up until the very last page.

I’ve never been so sure of my not being a rugged, outdoor kinda gal as I was while reading this book. I guess you could call me a glamping princess, as I’d rather have access to at least some conveniences, but after reading this book I can argue with my husband that it’s just safer overall. 😇 These women are wearing the same crusty clothes for days, eating dried/preserved foods, etc.

The ending is a bit over the top, but exciting nonetheless.

I'd like to thank NetGalley for the Advanced Readers Copy (ARC) of The Hike by Lucy Clarke. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors, so when I was approved to read Clarke's latest novel, I was over the moon with glee. I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review.

From the start, The Hike is extremely engaging, and I had trouble pulling myself away to do normal every day things. When I wasn't reading it, I found myself thinking about the story and the characters.

As a whole, the four main characters were likable but definitely had some traits about them that weren't amiable, just like real life. I liked the character of Helena the best as I identified with her more than the other characters. As for the secondary characters, the ones I liked in the beginning, I ended up not liking much, and the one I didn't like, or trust, ended up being an awesome character.

Five out of five stars is what I gave The Hike by Lucy Clarke. I can't wait to see what else Lucy Clarke writes . . . she is that talented. Don't miss out on this fantastic book.

This was an entertaining thriller. It was a little slow moving at the beginning, but picked up as I continued to read. I don’t think anything made it stand out to be outstanding, but it was entertaining!

Good characters and page turning to figure out what happened, but more of a predictable plot than I typically like in a thriller.

Colleen Chi-Girl on GR
4 STRONG STARS

I first discovered this book on NetGalley and was given the opportunity to read a Kindle ARC. However, I got busy and the Kindle ARC became unavailable a month or so later. But not before I had begun reading it and totally enjoyed the first couple of chapters. I got sucked into it and had to finish it! I also wanted to finish it because I felt a debt to the author, Lucy Clarke, the publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC copy, all of whom I'd like to now thank for the ARC.

I decided to read the audiobook (my 1st choice way to read) on the Libby app and just devoured it! Here's my review:
Pros: I enjoyed the 4 female friends, who vacation together once a year, in a place chosen by one of them, and I couldn't wait to find out what happens on the trails...it wasn't at all what I had expected. All women were interesting characters that I wanted to know more about - they are: Maggie, Liz, Helena & Joni (rockstar/singer). Please note: the female narrator was terrific.

Cons: I definitely liked some of the women more than others, but that's not a biggie, however, hiking in Norway, in the winter, seemed a bizarre choice for them, especially since most women hadn't trained and weren't even hikers. There were moments where I had to really suspend my disbelief, yet I still I found it to be an edge-of-my-seat-thriller that kept me up late at night. It was an exciting thriller that I highly recommend.

PUBLISHER'S BLURB: Wish you were here? Think again . . . Maggie, Liz, Helena & Joni. Old friends bound by history, adventures, old secrets. And now, bound by murder. They lace up their hiking boots for the adventure of a lifetime in the Norwegian wilderness: a place of towering mountains, glass-like lakes, log cabins and forests stolen from a fairytale. It’s the perfect place to lose yourself – until a broken body is found at the bottom of a ravine. Somewhere out there, someone knows exactly why a woman has died. And in this deep, dark wilderness, there’s a killer on the trail . . .

Special thanks you NetGalley for the advanced reader copy of this book. This book kept me turning the pages from start to finish. Loved it!

I’ve been in a bit of a book slump so I was looking to pick up a fast-paced thriller to pull me out of it. This book unfortunately didn’t do that for me 🙃 it was honestly soooo slow and be summarized as follows: four selfish people decide to take a hike and make a string of poor decisions that ultimately gets gets them in trouble (and possibly someone killed). I almost DNFed it multiple times and I kinda wish I had, but I pushed through hoping the ending would redeem the book. It did pick up a little in the end but not enough to make me glad I finished. I may go back and try other books by this author but this was a miss for me.

I really enjoyed this read. It was easy to get into but I also found there was too much going on at the same time. Really liked that the friends are all at different stages in life. This is important to highlight as the group sees how much they need each other and how realistic this becomes with life long friendships.
The book didn't go in the direction I was thinking and it's great at keeping you guessing

The Hike focuses on four friends as they travel to Norway to hike a notorious mountain, only to learn about the mysterious disappearance of a former woman from the town and other nefarious things happening on the mountain.

I thought the premise was interesting, but the first half of the book moved way slower than I'd like for a thriller. The second half picked up and I found myself more invested in the characters, and the story, and wanting to know what was going to happen. The second half was definitely more action-packed and had me turning the pages. For some reason, stories that surround hiking mountains or treacherous peaks where there is mystery involved always seem a bit too far-fetched, BUT I'm not a hiker, so these types of things could easily be happening in remote parts of the world.

Overall, I thought it was a good story. If you like books surrounding grand adventures and vacations gone bad, you'll probably like this one.

Thank you Putnam Books and NetGalley for the eARC!

For those in search of an engaging popcorn thriller, this book is a solid choice, even if it may not leave a lasting impression or top the charts. The initial part of the story moves at a slower pace as it introduces the group of friends embarking on a hiking trip together. However, if you're patient and push through this setup (which is arguably important for character development), the narrative shifts gears, and the real action kicks in, maintaining its intensity until the very last page.

Reading this book, I became acutely aware of my preference for a less rugged, more pampered approach to the outdoors. You could say I'm a "glamping princess" who values access to certain creature comforts. After reading about these characters enduring days in the same unwashed clothes and subsisting on dried and preserved foods, I found myself reaffirming the safety and allure of my own camping style. Cheers to these women for their resilience and self-sufficiency!

The ending, while a bit over-the-top, still manages to deliver an exciting climax. This was my first experience with this author's work, and I found it enjoyable enough to pique my interest in exploring her backlist.

If you're considering the audiobook version, it's worth noting that the male narrator appears to be either a debut artist or using a pseudonym. However, the female narrator, Stephanie Racine, is a personal favorite of mine. So, if you prefer to listen to your books, I recommend giving it a try and sharing your thoughts afterward.

Lucy Clark will always take you on a wild ride. The Hike is no exception.

If you enjoy Ruth Ware or Megan Miranda, check out Lucy Clark’s latest or deep catalog. She handles a plot twist beautifully.

When a group of friends plan a getaway together, it ends up being more than any of them bargained for.

I liked this book a lot and will definitely be recommending it to my friends and family!

This was a mystery/thriller that kept me at the edge of my seat while reading. I loved the hiking/outdoor aspect but did find it a bit unbelievable that a group of inexperienced hikers would take on such a treacherous hike. Definitely some outlandish plot twists as well. But overall, a fun read full of unlikeable characters that kept me guessing.

Four friends trade margaritas on the beach for hiking boots in the mountains for their annual getaway. They have no idea what is in store for them out on the trail....
I love hiking and the great outdoors and this book was right up my alley. Plenty of twists and turns coupled with a super-fast pace. I was hooked and definitely recommend!

I was really excited for this one, given I love hiking and the premise was about girlfriends who go on a hiking trip together. So I wasn’t disappointed when it was a survivalist middle-of-nowhere killer thriller! Loved the strongly written female characters and the action in this book was a welcome surprise compared to my usual domestic thriller choices lately (thank goodness). However, I felt like it took so long to setup the story. But once you get through the first 25% or so, I would say it’s pretty hard to put down! And the twists are really good, not super predictable either, which is great! Loved this one.

Lucy Clark is a fantastic author and her thrillers are great! It was atmospheric and fairly fast paced with a few kills. A good read however.

This is the first book I have read by Lucy Clarke and I really enjoyed the writing. I enjoy the short chapters and different perspectives and the friendship between characters felt very real & relatable.