The Note

The Note

Paperback Published on: 13/03/2025
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Synopsis

It was meant to be a harmless prank.

Growing up, May Hanover was a good girl, always. Well-behaved, top of her class, a compulsive rule-follower. Raised by a first-generation Chinese single mother with high expectations, May didn't have room to slip up, let alone fail. Her friends didn't call her the Little Sheriff for nothing.

But even good girls have secrets. And regrets. When it comes to her friendship with Lauren and Kelsey, she's had her fair share of both. Their bond-forged when May was just twelve years old-has withstood a tragic accident, individual scandals, heartbreak and loss. Now the three friends have reunited for the first time in years for a few days of sun and fun in the Hamptons. But a chance encounter with a pair of strangers leads to a drunken prank that goes horribly awry.

When she finds herself at the center of an urgent police investigation, May begins to wonder whether Lauren and Kelsey are keeping secrets from her, testing the limits of her loyalty to lifelong friends.

What had they gone and done?

The Note is a page-turner of the highest order from one of our greatest contemporary suspense writers.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Faber & Faber
  • ISBN: 9780571393039
  • Number of pages: 304
  • Dimensions: 234 x 153 mm
  • Weight: 324g

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The Note
Three is ALWAYS a crowd….
Secrets and lies between three friends on a catch up holiday is a perfect blend. If you love a gossipy read with twists and turns and characters you just c... READ MORE
SuzyCO
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Twisty but flawed
Alafair Burke’s The Note had potential, but it takes a while to find its footing. The premise—three old friends caught up in a prank gone wrong—starts off ... READ MORE
Steven Feldman
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Gripping
This was a gripping read. Following the friendships and the relationships was fascinating. The twists and turns wrong footed me every time The pace was goo... READ MORE
barbara johnston
The Note
Well written
The premise of this book is a pretty universal occurrence when someone steals your parking slot after you’ve patiently waited for the previous occupant to ... READ MORE
Carol Ellis
The Note
The Note
Well... wasn't this all things delightfully over the top and a bit on the bonkers side. In a good way, I hasten to add. We start with three friends who me... READ MORE
Ashrae
The Note
Good.
I usually enjoy books by this author, but this one, sadly, left me disappointed as it never really lived up to my expectations. Three childhood friends get... READ MORE
Martha Brindley
The Note
Unexpected consequences
Three female friends have a reunion in the Hamptons. A poor practical joke leads to unexpected consequences. This combined with obsessive family members an... READ MORE
Rick Forncett
The Note
When a Harmless Prank Goes Horribly Awry!
Growing up, May Hanover was a good girl, always. Well-behaved, top of her class, a compulsive rule-follower. Raised by a first generation Chinese single mo... READ MORE
Louise Wilson
The Note
Four stars!
The Note by Alafair Burke is a captivating, suspense-filled thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With a compel... READ MORE
The Secret Book Review
The Note
The note
This author pulls you in, tosses you around and spits you out and youre left wondering what just happened, a thrilling ride. The note, seemingly harmless b... READ MORE
Claire Flanagan
The Note
Engaging narrative and well devised twists - a great read
Alafair Burke, The Note, Faber and Faber, April 2025. Thank you, Net Galley, for providing me with this uncorrected proof for review. Alafair Burke a... READ MORE
RobinJ
The Note
AWESOME BOOK
I loved this book!! Kelsey, May, and Lauren reunite for a fun weekend in the Hamptons. After someone steals their parking spot, they leave a note on his ca... READ MORE
Emily  Rutks
The Note
A girls weekend goes terribly wrong.
Three friends meet up in the Hamptons for a girly break and catchup after not seeing each other for years. They all have pasts that have affected their liv... READ MORE
Julie Friar
The Note
Enjoyable
I’m a big fan of Alafair Burke I absolutely loved The Wife so couldn’t wait to read this. I enjoyed the premise of this, the characters were interesting a... READ MORE
Sarah
The Note
Enjoyable
Im a big fan of Alafair Burke I absolutely loved The Wife so couldn’t wait to read this. I enjoyed the premise of this, the characters were interesting an... READ MORE
Sarah
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