In addition to being a cracking thriller, this book is also a love letter to surfing - you can tell from the surfing descriptions that this is something the author loves.

When Bea finally reaches rock bottom and walks away from her modelling career she has no thought about what she is going to do next and quickly finds herself trapped in a dead-end alley with two men who don’t just want her money. When her rescuer offers her a place to stay near a remote surfing beach, she jumps at the chance but then finds herself embroiled in looking for another young woman who has gone missing.

This was a great read. Every time I thought I knew where the plot was going it twisted away in another direction and I just couldn’t put it down.

WOW I absolutely adored this book!
Loved Bea’s character and how far she has come- great character development.
Lots of plot twists left me with my jaw dropping. I couldn’t put this down.
Absolutely loved it!
I kept thinking I knew what happened to Savannah but kept getting proved wrong and was left guessing right until the last minute.
Love the first person narrative for Bea, love the short chapters.
5/5!!
Can’t wait for the next.

Wow, I think I've found my book of the year and it's only January. I've loved every book I've read by Lucy Clarke and this was no exception. The Surf House may be her best yet.

As with all Lucy Clarke's destination thrillers there's a different location - this one is set initially in Marrakech, Morocco and then a surfing area where "The Surf House is based. they are always written so well you can see and feel like you are in the location

Bea is fed up with her modelling assignment and walks off set, not really knowing where she's going and ends up getting mugged in an alleyway. Luckily Marnie steps in to assist and together they manage to escape but not before killing her attacker who is then trying to strangle Marnie. Marnie offers her a place to stay while she gets herself back on her feet at the Surf house, where she helps out running the place to earn her keep and finds she loves the ideal setting. As usual everything is not quite as ideal as it seems when soon after arriving she finds there was a girl Savannah, similar to her own age, who disappeared a year ago. Bea does all she can to find out what happened and where she went and is caught up in corruption and intrigue.

A fabulous twisty book and just when you think you got it all worked out - you haven't!! Absolutely loved this book and my only disappointment was finding I was on the last page with no more left to read. A great destination thriller that takes you on the ride of a lifetime!!

A big thanks to HarperCollins UK, HarperFiction and Netgalley for the advance copy. Its was a pleasure to read and review and review this exciting twisty page turner.

I was intrigued by the book's premise and the setting was so well described I felt as if I was there. Bea was a fantastic character and I liked her straight away.
However at times the book was too 'surfy' and Los me with the descriptions of Bea, ped and aiden surfing. Could you include some kind of glossary.
I didn't feel much happened in the last 40% of the book and the pace slowed and I felt my interest waning, with the blackmailing plot line feeling too drawn out. Loved salty, he was my favourite character. Such a great name!

Whilst I felt as though there were some elements of the story line that were a little lacking, the overall premise is intriguing. Unfortunately I didn’t find this book as “gripping” as I would hope for this genre; hence the lower star rating. Lucy Clarke’s books always seem very enticing and interesting but in this instance, became a bit of a chore to read towards the end. The plot twists were well thought through but may have had some gaps in the earlier stages of the book. Nevertheless, fans of Lucy Clarke will enjoy her latest work.

I was instantly hooked right from the start! The story is set in beautiful Morocco, with a surfer and traveler feel. You become immersed in the setting with the author's fantastic writing.

There is a mugging scene in chapter 2, and as a woman, I really felt the fear Bea experienced. The narrative is mostly from Bea's perspective, but we get some glimpses into the past from Savannah's POV—Savannah was a guest at The Surf House a year ago who disappeared. The characters are interesting and complex, each with their own secrets, which adds so much depth to the story.

There are some parts of conversation in French at the beginning that I couldn't quite grasp since there weren't any translations provided. Thankfully, reading on my Kindle allowed me to use the translate function, but I can imagine it would be a bit tricky if I were reading a physical copy.

Thank you to Harper Collins and NetGalley for this copy.

Bea meets stranger Marnie in Marrakech. After a dangerous encounter, Bea goes to stay with Marnie at The Surf House. However, a girl of similar age disappeared from The Surf House a year ago. Somewhere inside The Surf House lies the answer.

The setting was described so well in this book, I could imagine everything so vividly! If you like to sofa visit a place through reading, this book would be perfect for you.

I found this book took a much slower pace than other books of hers that I have read. However, it was written well as my heart was racing with stress while reading it. I was indifferent to all the characters and I really struggled to connect them.

There were some excellent twists towards the end of the book. You think you know what will happen but trust me, you won’t! 😂 There was something that happened at the end of the book which I thought was ridiculous after being hit with a load of amazing twists!

Overall, this was a mixed bag for me!

Firstly a big thank you to the publishers for my early access in exchange for a review. I’ve been reading and loving Lucy’s books since her debut so I was thrilled to be reading ☺️
As ever with her writing you know you’re going to be transported somewhere different to your current surroundings and this time was Morocco . I went there many years ago but I definitely got a more authentic feel from the books landscape than the hotel I stayed.
Her writing is evocative and atmospheric leaving you feeling like not only have you had a Great read but also a little trip of escapism .
This was a fantastic story with complex characters all with their own secrets to keep .
I inhaled this in a day which isn’t unusual for a gripping thriller. Suspense and tension keep you hooked and things turn out to be not what you expected and can you really trust those around you??
Unpredictable with twists and revelations this story has a bit of everything .
Really enjoyed this and highly recommend.

Having read Lucy Clarkes previous books I was very much looking forward to this one but was disappointed In it.

Firstly it started out well setting the scene in Morocco and when the attack happened I thought as a reader this was going to be one hell of a story but when Bea gets to the surf house the story for me fell flat. Not a great deal seemed to happen for some time and I became bored by the many descriptions of mallah,the sea,surfing,mountains,dirt tracks. Whilst you need to explain to the reader what a place looks and feels like I felt that was all I was getting.

The latter half/ ending was brilliant was lots of twists and turns which I thought were good and there were several key moments that I was surprised and shocked about.

Plus the author name was randomly on several pages which was annoying. If the middle part of the book had been as good as the beginning and end then I would of given 5 stars.

Thanks netgalley for the opportunity to read this book

Absolutely love Lucy's novels and this one did not disappoint. Thought the premise of being set in a surfing community was very intriguing and in Morocco as well. Having never been to Morocco I felt I was there with Bea. Lucy really manages to pull you into her books so that you are totally immersed.
Felt Bea was a bit too trusting though having only just met Marnie. And would loved to have explored Marnies' background more as well as some of the other characters.. Maybe some novellas there?!
Can't wait for the next novel from Lucy another masterpiece here! Many thanks to the publishers for inviting me to read this and also to NetGalley.

Lucy is my go for psychological thrillers and for books set in wonderful and beautiful destinations. We go on these journeys with her. I get so excited when she brings a new book out and was very lucky to be approved this on Netgalley. Lucy’s books feeds my travel thirst. This time we go to Morocco.

Having been to Marrakech in 2018 and Agadir last year I need and want to see more. I have shared some photos of my travels there as this book took me back to one of my favourite countries.

This book was exciting, intense and will have your heart racing.

What should have been relaxed vibes in the sunshine at the beach with friends was a whole lot more.

The Surf House really drew me in. The setting, the pool, surfing, lazy days reading in the sunshine and that gorgeous food mentioned. The surf village was captured beautifully. I need to go to this place!

Wow this book was twisty, intense and left me not being able to sleep where I couldn’t switch off from the book. Thinking what was coming next, I needed more but work and sleep called me!

I liked Bea and really wanted the best for her. But god was she trusting and so brave. There is no way I would have done some of the things she did.

I had so many questions along the way and couldn’t work out what way it was going to go. Lucy wrote this brilliantly. I felt at times like I was in the room with Bea. My neck prickling at the sensation of someone watching! Felt so real!
My notes I wrote while reading guessing what happened were all wrong…haha!

This was another great book by Lucy and a must read. Out 27th February.

Thank you @harpercollinsuk @harperfiction and @netgalley for approving me to read this. Very grateful.

Welcome to The Surf House Where everyone’s escaping something…
High on the cliffs of Morocco, far from the city lights and the souks, stands The Surf House: a sanctuary for travellers chasing sunshine and waves. But the idyll hides a dark mystery.

Bea arrives in Marrakesh, seeking refuge after a dangerous encounter, cue the Surf House, a surf area in Mallah. But she soon learns that a woman of her age also stayed in the area and disappeared a year earlier. Vanished. And the Surf House may hold the key to the mystery.

I thoroughly enjoyed the Moroccan setting in this one, having never been and the sun and surf. There were a bunch of intriguing characters and mysteries unfolding in this one and while I guessed a part of it, there were still plenty of surprises and I was completely engaged right to the end. Another tense and fabulous novel by the author.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and HarperCollins UK for the gifted review copy.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Surf House - Lucy Clarke

Another belter of a ride from Lucy - and yet again, set in some superb surroundings.

You really feel that you are living this twisty thriller with them, Lucy has an incredible talent for bringing these locations to life - out in the surf, in Morocco - completely immersive!

Twists, turns, death, intrigue - a perfect combination!

Certainly one to add to your TBR pile….here’s to the next one!

4.5 stars rounded up ⭐️ Stayed up to finish this one as I needed to know how it all played out. Think this may be my new favourite from Lucy Clarke and I’m sad I’m going to have to wait for her next book now for more!

Loved the Morocco setting and the beach vibes, even though I’m not a surfer I am someone who loves living on the coast and I felt drawn to all the characters who chose to set up their lives in a small Moroccan town by the sea. There is a character from NZ (whoop) which I always love any mention of NZ in books - even though they weren’t my favourite character! Lucy Clarke has a few NZ references in her books now, not sure if she has any connection to NZ but I love it!

The main character Bea runs away from the life she thinks she should have as a model, and what her mum pushed her to do. I found I connected with her need to escape and try find connections with people outside her everyday.

There is a little bit of romance in here amongst the suspense and tension, felt like this could have been developed a bit more, this is the only place where the half star is missing.

Overall, I was hooked from the beginning and couldn’t put this down. The twists and turns were epic. I knew it couldn’t be as straightforward as it seemed at one point and of course it wasn’t. The ending unravelled with several twists, which I can’t say much more without giving things away but it was a great ending (even though I was exhausted finishing up after midnight).

Thank you to Harper Collins UK, Lucy Clarke and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Would definitely recommend getting a copy or pre-ordering for when this is released on 27th Feb. Will help those of us stuck in miserable UK winters feel a bit summery!

I liked the setting of Morrocco and Bea's adventure and the mystery surrounding the disappearance of Savannah. A gripping thriller. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me review this book.

I have read several of Lucy Clarke’s books and loved them all. The Surf House didn’t disappoint. It is set in Morocco, starting in Marrakesh and going on to a surfing village called Mallah. Bea, who was on a modelling photo shoot, suddenly decides she has had enough of modelling, barely allowed to eat, staying indoors to be photographed - just existing. She leaves. After getting lost in the Souks, she is attacked by two men, then rescued by the owner of holiday accommodation. The vivid descriptions transported me to the surfing beach.
The dark undercurrent running through the book is made more real by the description of the huge waves and the surfers riding these waves. The adrenaline fix they all got from participating in dangerous sports.
A year earlier, another girl, Savannah disappears, from the same accommodation. Her brother arrives to find out where she is. As the book proceeds, the tension mounts and the story speeds up. I thought I had guessed the ending several times, but these were only red herrings thrown in. It kept me turning pages trying to find out what had happened!
Thank you to NetGalley, Lucy Clarke and the publishers Harper Collins for an arc of this exciting thriller.
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Troubled model Bea walks out on a shoot in Marrakech, attracting the unwanted attention of some unsavoury men, with devastating consequences. A stranger - Marnie - comes to her aid and Bea flees with her to The Surf House, where most mysteries and trauma await her.

I enjoyed this twisty thriller. As with Lucy Clarke’s other novels this has a fantastic foreign setting. The characters were well developed (Salty, be still my heart) and it was an easy read.

3.5 stars only because I worked out one of the big ‘twists’ very early on and there was no shock factor when the truth was revealed. Still, there were plenty of other twists I didn’t get. The ending was also slightly abrupt - this may be intentional; Bea’s journey could definitely continue into a sequel (but please can Salty be in it?)

Thank you to Harper Collins UK and Netgalley for my review copy, I was delighted to read this.

I was so excited to receive this and it didn't disappoint.

A fantastic thriller from start to end, I was hooked from the first page.

Loved the characters and the location, highly recommended

I found this to be a gripping story full of twists and turns and I did not guess the ‘whodunnit’ until the last 1/4 of the story when it started to come to fruition. I really enjoyed the setting in Morocco and felt like I could visualise it really well. All the characters were well developed and I found quickly that I thought I knew who I liked and didn’t like! The story itself is far fetched and id like to think unlikely, but who knows! It made for easy reading and the pages turned quickly. LOVE the cover!

Beneath the surface, lies run deep is the tag line for The Surf House. High on the cliffs above Marrakesh sits The Surf House: an idyllic sanctuary for surfers and travellers but the idyll is built on lies. Bea is a model who finds herself in a dangerous situation and seeks sanctuary at the Surf House but after a few days, finds herself caught in a dark mystery of another traveller who went missing. I enjoyed this novel, it’s an atmospheric thriller that draws you in and will keep you entertained as the plot unfolds. It’s as if you can feel the heat of the sun and the breeze from the sea as each turn of the page embeds you deeper into the novel. Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Collins UK Harper Fiction and the author for the chance to review.