I think Lucy foley is fun. She isn’t my favorite always, and sometimes her books can drag, but they’re always A good time. This one was no exception. I loved it a lot, it kept me on my toes and it’s perfect if you want a quick and gripping read.

The Midnight Feast
by Lucy Foley
4.4/5 ⭐️

First, my heartfelt thanks to NetGalley, Lucy Foley, and William Morrow for gifting me an ARC of this title.

This was my third title by Foley, and I have to say, The Guest List remains my favorite! This novel was full of different POVs, plot lines, and characters, making for a superbly interesting read. The story progressed a bit slowly for my liking, but I always kept coming back to see what was going to happen next. A luxury resort buried deep in the haunted woods? Who wouldn’t be interested.

Pick this one up if you enjoy slow burn thrillers. Thank you again to all those named for the ARC of this title!

I really love The Paris Apartment, so I was excited to read this one. A big thank you to NetGalley for the arc, but this book was not what I was hoping for. Too many POVs, plotlines, and characters that I didn't really care for. I found it to be a little slow, but did enjoy a few of the surprise twists.

The Midnight Feast was full of murder, lies, secrets and suspense. I couldn't put it down and was at the edge of my seat while reading this masterpeiece!

wowowowow!

i absolutely could not get enough of this book! once i got a few chapters in i was hooked and couldn’t put it down. this is my first thriller after a long stint of romance books and im SO happy this was the one i read! every element of this book was amazing - the characters, the plot, the twists. the writing style kept me going back and forth the entire time trying to theorize what happened.

the story follows multiple narratives that are involved in the opening of a new luxury resort in the woods. things aren’t quite as they seem as secrets and lies unfold throughout the book.

if you’re a sucker for a mystery thriller - look no further!

thank you to netgalley and william morrow for this ARC!

I’m a huge Lucy Foley fan, so I was very excited for this one. And overall, it was really good. It wasn’t overly “thrilling” per se, but it was so atmospheric and unsettling. I loved the setting, the multiple POV, and the switch from past to present. Thank you @netgalley and @williammorrowbooks for the #gifted copy.

"Lucy Foley's *Midnight Feast* has an intriguing premise and plenty of suspenseful moments, but it didn’t fully deliver for me. The atmosphere is well-crafted, with a good dose of tension and mystery throughout the story. However, the pacing felt uneven, especially in the middle sections where the plot seemed to drag a bit. The characters, while interesting, lacked the depth I was hoping for, making it hard to fully connect with them. It’s an enjoyable read if you're looking for light suspense, but it left me wanting more in terms of character development and plot twists."

"But under the burning midsummer sun, darkness stirs. Old friends and enemies circulate among the guests. Just outside the Manor’s immaculately kept grounds, an ancient forest bristles with secrets. And the Sunday morning of opening weekend, the local police are called. Something’s not right with the guests. There’s been a fire. A body’s been discovered."

Welcome to the Manor. Creepy, exclusive manor-turned-hotel in England; woods; and...gigantic birds? Sign me up. This is a novel about rich people and the things that they do with their money. Oh-and there's a body thrown in. Rich in atmosphere and gothic vibes, The Midnight Feast was enjoyable to read..

I think this will be the last Lucy Foley auto-read for me unfortunately. The plot was just so Slow and completely Predictable. The timeline alternates between way past, past, and present to keep things interesting, but the present narrative is a foreshadowing of what's to come. I just didn't love any of the characters either, I thought they were Dull, and not worth rooting for. I started reading this book when it came out, made it about 40% before I gave up, then listened to it on 1.75 speed as an audio just to say I finished it...

Lucy Foley’s latest book, The Midnight Feast, is a suspenseful read about secrets, revenge, and justice. Although I found it to have a bit of a slow start, it definitely picked up and it was intriguing to see how all the threads were woven together in the end.

Thanks to Net Galley and the publisher for the complimentary digital review copy of this title.

This quick paced, mystery thriller was alot of fun to read. The story moved fast and kept leaving you with cliff hangers wanting to continue the story. The characters help drive the story forward and learning their past it makes you want to discover more about them.

The two things that didn’t work for me with this book was first there were some reveals that I felt happened too soon. Certain things should have been built up more. Secondly, this book felt very similar since I felt like it just followed the some exact rhythm and pattern of previous books by Foley.

All in all, I didn’t enjoy the book and even though I guessed the ending the book was still an enjoyable quick read. Thank you NetGalley for this free ARC of this book.

This book was told in multi POV, but it was done well. I liked the storyline as much as I liked The Guest List, and there were a few similarities even though the books were completely different stories. I grew up in a small town and the descriptions of the locals resonated with me and made the story very enjoyable. . This book kept me wanting more which is what I look for in a thriller. Lucy Foley is becoming a “must read” author for me.

The Manor is a luxurious new estate designed to be the ultimate getaway. However, during its opening weekend, dark secrets from the past begin to surface, leading to a fire and the shocking discovery of a dead body. The story is told through the perspectives of several key characters, including the founder of The Manor, her husband, a mystery guest, and members of the staff, each with their own hidden agendas and connections to a secret from fifteen years ago.
I really enjoyed this one! Lucy Foley is excellent at creating tension, and this book is no exception. The way she builds up the suspense, slowly revealing each character’s hidden past, kept me hooked from start to finish. It’s a suspenseful and atmospheric read. The twists are well-timed, and just when you think you have it all figured out, there’s another surprise.
If you’re a fan of mysteries with a rich, atmospheric setting and complex characters, this one’s for you!

My second favorite Lucy foley book!
This one was similar to the guest list due to the isolating nature of the island, but I don’t think they are that similar.

The twists and turns in this book were not entirely what I was expecting.

This book is the perfect book to read around fall because it’s way creepier than I expected AND as with Lucy Foley books always it was much darker than I originally anticipated.

I love it, she is fantastic at this genre and I love the British thriller vibe.

Lucy Foley is a must-buy for our library system. She reigns as the queen of the thriller, always topping our most-circulated lists and being a perennial book club favorite. I was initially skeptical at the direction she took with "The Midnight Feast," but by the end, I could not step away from the story.

Foley created characters so hateable, rich, privileged, and untouchable that the reader can't help but hope for their downfall. Combined with the eerie local legends surrounding a vigilante group and the creepy-as-it-is-posh setting, The Midnight Feast more than lived up to the hype. I was so invested in the storyline, eager to see some justice served, and satisfied by the last few chapters.

During the longest days of the year, the past comes to call among the tall trees of the English countryside. Fifteen years ago, a group of children covered up a terrible accident. Now, adults, one of the conspirators, Bella, is back where it all started, determined to bring a reckoning to the woman who started it all. They say no matter how far you run, the devil will have his due, and for privileged Francesca Meadows, consumed by the opening of a five star retreat, there might be hell to pay.

Speical thanks to William Morrow and to NetGalley for providing an Advanced Reader's Coy of The Midnight Feast in exchange for an unbiased review. This is the perfect book to ease you into the longer, darker days of fall.

I literally never turn down a Lucy foley read. It’s always a page turner and a solid read. You really don’t ever leave disappointed and this one is no different

Thanks, William Morrow, for the advanced review copy via NetGalley (Available now).

Francesca used family money to create an ultra-exclusive retreat for the uber-rich and connected, reinventing herself as a holistic influencer. The story opens as she and her gorgeous husband/architect prepare for the opening weekend and Midnight Feast at “The Manor.”

With three timelines and six points of view, this was complicated but well-executed:
(1) 15 years ago, told in journal entries,
(2) Building up to the midnight feast with some backstory about how the resort was built and is run, told by the owner, her husband, a member of staff, and a mystery guest
(3) The morning after the feast - when a dead body washes up on the shore, told by a local detective

I enjoyed the drama, the touch of “folk horror,” and loved rolling my eyes at Francesca’s new-agey influencer-woo-woo chatter. It reminded me of the Progressive insurance commercial with the influencer filming, “I’m here practicing gratitude and manifesting abundance.” (I'm tickled to see @ohiobookgirl saw that, too.)

Of note, while I read this as an e-book, I’ve heard the audiobook is excellent, with a full cast narrating all the players.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced reader copy.

I typically love Lucy Foley books but this one just didn't do it for me. I found the story super slow moving and kind of boring. I had a hard time following and keeping my attention focused. I won't say the ending was exactly predictable but I had hunches.

I'll always read Lucy Foley, but this was at the bottom of the list of her books for me.

First, my apologies for reading this after publication. I received an ARC copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. That said, THE MIDNIGHT FEAST absolutely captivated me from start to finish. The setting itself felt like a character—so rich in atmosphere and mood that it came to life on its own.

I loved the use of different perspectives throughout the novel. Lucy Foley skillfully used distinct writing styles to highlight each character's unique personality and background, making their voices feel authentic and varied. The time jumps tied the story together thoughtfully and were executed seamlessly, adding depth and layers to the unfolding mystery.

Overall, 5/5 stars. I’m eager to read more by Lucy Foley!

#NetGalley #TheMidnightFeast #LucyFoley #BookReview

I enjoyed the book, it was a little long with the multiple POV telling the story in their own words. Do not mess with the locals, they will hold a grudge against you for the rest of your life and Francesca found out the hard way.