Another quality novella from T. Kingfisher!

I enjoyed this one just as much as the first Sworn Soldier novella. The writing style/voice of the narrator remains consistent between the books which I appreciate since it is the same narrator. The characters were, once again, delightful, although I wish Miss Potter had more of a central role throughout this one.

Overall this was a good follow-up to What Moves the Dead!

I absolutely loved What Moves the Dead, and it was the book that got me hooked on both T. Kingfisher and horror novels last year. I was so excited to see that she was releasing a sequel to that beloved book.

What Feasts at Night sees the return of our intrepid solider, Alex Easton, on a new adventure with our favorite mycologist, Miss Potter. They both journey this time to a hunting lodge, where they find the caretaker dead and a strange silence permeating the area. As rumors of a breath-stealing monster swirl through the air, Alex must keep their guard up in the lodge—and in their dreams.

I enjoyed this story, but it was not as good as What Moves the Dead. That book had a sort of magic to it, plus a strong gothic atmosphere and sentient mushrooms, and this book was missing all of that.

I love T. Kingfisher’s writing and I will continue to read every book she writes. I would definitely recommend reading What Moves the Dead, which can be treated as a standalone, but I’m hesitant to recommend What Feasts at Night since it’s subpar to the first book, unless you’re a huge T. Kingfisher fan like me.

4.25/5
As both a big fan of T. Kingfisher and creepy house books, I was pretty certain that I'd love this book. And, thankfully, I do! Nobody does the blend of unsettling folklore, lovable characters, and surprising humor better than Kingfisher! I was laughing out loud multiple times and most of my notes are just me laughing, although there were so lovely passages that I also highlighted. And of course, I did get a bit squeamish near the end.

Easton returns to their family hunting lodge only to find that the caretaker has perished under mysterious circumstances. Should they really trust the superstitious locals and their nightmare tales?

What Feasts at Night is the direct sequel to What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher. I enjoyed that quite a bit, but this just didn't work for me as well.

We follow our same main character as they travel to their hunting lodge and encounter a new otherworldly creature. What didn't work for me this time was the tone of the prose. T. Kingfisher sometimes leans in to this goofy tone that I find a bit annoying and informal. I love when authors play with tone, and I think T. Kingfisher nails a fun, casual tone in other novels (see A House with Good Bones) but this was too much.

For such a short book, it felt like it dragged.

4 stars

I can't get enough of T. Kingfisher, and I feel the same about everyone's favorite sworn soldier, Alex Easton. Alex survived the Ushers and probably wants to be home by the fire watching _Phantom Thread_, but instead, they are OF COURSE now going to interface with a new creep show in good ol' Gallacia.

Because this series is comprised of novellas, there's not as much time to develop characters or plot. I had read (and really enjoyed) the first installment, and I'd recommend that approach to prospective readers, too. Part of what makes Alex's experiences here extra horrifying and impactful is the memory of what they have just experienced. You need to experience that with them for maximum outcomes.

I can't recommend the audio version - when and where accessible - enough. The narrator really brings Alex and the zaniness of these characters and situations to life.

I'm very much looking forward to future additions to this series (and to whatever T. Kingfisher will produce next in general).

I was really happy to get another book about Alex Easton and his adventures. Or should I say misadventures? This story didn’t disappoint with all the earie happenings. A hunting lodge, deep in the damp, cold forests of Gallacia. What could go wrong? A lot, obviously! There was a great gothic feel to this story. There were monsters, spooky creatures from folklore and gossip. I would not want to end up in Gallacia on my own! Over all, a great book! Now all I can do is hope that there will be more books about our favorite sworn soldier Alex Easton!

Eerie, atmospheric and will make your skin crawl. T Kingfisher has once again created a horror story weaved with humor as is their signature. While this story starts out slow it excels at being creepy and describes images that could end up in your nightmares. T Kingfisher is an auto by author for me for good reason.

Thank you to Netgalley and Tor Nightfire for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

T Kingfisher does it AGAIN with another atmospheric novella
that will leave you wanting more.

This story is a continuation of Alex Easton's journeys. This time, Alex and Angus
travel to an inherited hunting lodge only to discover the caretaker/ Easton's friend passed away under seemingly normal circumstances. Still, no one in the small town seems to view it that way. (Don't worry, MISS POTTER will join the trip!)

In keeping with Kingfisher's voice, the prose is engrossing and eerie. However, this storyline
takes a bit of a different path into dark fairytale territory, whereas WMTD felt more like gothic horror.

I loved that she chose this because the story held the expectations of the first while still bringing a fresh concept to heighten interest.

Absolutely loved it and HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Thank you to NetGalley and Tor Nightfire for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

While I always enjoy Kingfisher’s stories, What Feasts at Night felt a little under developed. I think this would have been a lovely full length novel.

It was great to revisit Easton, Angus, & Co., but while this installment was certainly atmospheric, it did not have the same uneasiness and dread that What Moves the Dead had.

The second installment of our soldier that narrated What Moves the Dead has him at a family hunting lodge with unexplained deaths and local "superstitions." The pull between science and folk belief once again is here. This time those who want science to always definitely win and completely debunk folklore will be less happy as Kingfisher plays with the intersection of these concepts of disease.

What Feasts At Night by T. Kingfisher is a fantastic follow-up to What Moves The Dead. It follows Alex, Angus, and Miss Potter as they journey to a lodge in disarray. Strange things are happening. There’s rumors of a breath stealing monster that preys upon people when asleep.

I really enjoyed this book. It’s atmospheric and a great winter read. I was glad to dive a bit further into Alex’s character. The monster appearing in dreams is sure to haunt yours tonight.

This book is a short read at 160 pages, but it packs a punch!

Thank you to NetGalley and Tor Nightfire for this ARC! I thought this was a nice follow up from the first book What Moves The Dead. I enjoyed the new characters as well as more Easton!

My only complaint was the story wasn’t as creepy as the first book, but I enjoy Kingfishers writing very much.

The second installment in the the Sworn Soldiers series continues the journey of Alex, Angus and Miss Potter as they head to Alex’s home country of Gallacia. Back in his damp, dreary, superstitious filled hometown he comes up against more then he bargained for after the dealings of Usher Manor.

Kingfisher proves that nowhere is safe, not even your dreams in this gloomy, atmospheric Gothic tale. I found the overall level of storytelling to feel much smoother than in What Moves The Dead. As much as the main trio move the plot, the secondary characters really make this the gripping story that it is. I always admire how strongly the author makes use of the settings themselves for antagonistic purposes. You also get a really good look into PTSD from a soldiers point of view and how it effects a persons everyday dealings.

I loved the first book so I was very excited to get to read this one. Let me tell you, it gives the same gothic country vibes and the story is just as intriguing. I absolutely love Kingfisher's writing style, especially the humor. It’s a quick read and I never felt like taking a break. If more stories were written about Easton, I wouldn’t complain. If you loved the first, definitely pick this one up. If you haven’t read it, start there.

What Feasts at Night was written by my all-time favorite author, T. Kingfisher. I adore her work. I've never read a bad book written by her, really. But despite saying that, What Feasts at Night fell a little short for me. While I adored the first book, What Moves the Dead, the sequel just didn't feel quite as horrifying or shoot pure terror down my spine. I don't think I had a proper scare the whole novella. It felt removed from reality -- I didn't believe any of the things that were happening. Not the same way I did while reading What Moves the Dead.

What Feasts at Night feels rather more like a regular old ghost story. Two dimensional. The ghost at the center of the book was original (as far as I know) but the threat she posed never felt particularly lethal. And don't mistake me - there was Kingfisher's usual wit and humor in the text, of course, but this book just felt like it was missing something for me. I'm not even sure what it IS missing, but there's a distinct lack of something.

So, while I still enjoyed it, I think I'm going to give this one 3.5 stars. Not up to Kingfisher's usual work for me.

What Feasts at Night is book 2 in the Sworn Soldier series and I seriously hope we get to have more adventures with Lieutenant Easton and Angus and maybe even Ms. Potter! These stories are quick to read but are so immersive you quickly find yourself lost among the cold dark woods waiting for something old and devious to come after you. Even though it was a dark tale there are moments of humor from our brave protagonist Easton that definitely lighten the mood. Overall another wonderful story from T. Kingfisher. Absolutely recommend!

Very worthy follow-up to Kingfisher’s first in this series, with the same engaging relationships, dry humor, and inttrigue. Highly recommend!

I enjoyed this book even better than What Moves The Dead! I absolutely loved it! I think stepping away from the required structure of a retelling really gave a lot of room for growth among the characters. I loved the inspiration of Eastern European folklore with the moroi. And I thought the depiction of PTSD was a look at it that we don't often see and how though it can lead to very intense and terrifying episodes it doesn't always do that and there is more than just fear. What Feasts At Night was incredibly well written, perfectly paced, and I desperately hope we get a Sworn Soldier #3. I love Alex Easton and kan's not quite skepticism but not quite belief in the supernatural.

What Feasts at Night is a great sequel to What Moves the Dead. It's a creepy horror story with interesting characters. If you liked the first book in the Sworn Soldier series, you will like this book. If you haven't read the first book, I suggest you read both. Horror fans will enjoy reading this book. I know I did.