T. Kingfisher masterfully returns to gothic horror with What Feasts at Night, a chilling tale set in the eerie world of What Moves the Dead. This standalone story follows Alex Easton, whose longing for peace after the horrors of the Usher manor is thwarted by an invitation to their family hunting lodge in Gallacia—where rest and routine quickly become distant dreams.

The atmosphere Kingfisher conjures is nothing short of haunting. The cold, silent forest and the unsettling quiet of Easton’s once-familiar home create a creeping tension that settles into your bones. As Easton navigates the strange happenings in the lodge and surrounding village, the story deftly blends folklore with psychological unease, leaving readers questioning what is real and imagined.

While the narrative doesn’t break new ground in gothic tropes, its execution is sharp and engrossing. The gradual unraveling of the mystery is punctuated by moments of genuine dread, though some readers may find the pacing slightly uneven, with the climax resolving faster than expected.

What Feasts at Night is a feast for fans of atmospheric horror, blending Kingfisher’s dark wit with a chilling exploration of fear, folklore, and the lingering scars of trauma.

T Kingfisher does it again (and again, and again, this is no surprise). I appreciated how this companion novel built on the suspense and lore of the first book without seeming repetitive or derivative. It delivered on vibes and more, without losing steam on the creepiness or losing the inherent wit of the first installment. I love the world, I love the beasts, I love the people.

As always, an absolutely gorgeous and chilling tale by T. Kingfisher. I cannot wait to see what story comes next!

What Feasts at Night doesn’t evoke the same atmospheric vibe for me as What Moves the Dead. But the story is chilling nonetheless.

I liked this book more than What Moves the Dead, and I'm not exactly sure why but I did. Great pacing and atmosphere contained in a little book, with a welcome return to the characters from the first book. New character Bors is an absolute sweetheart, and I love the way this book ended. Hopefully, Kingfisher will continue Alex's reluctant adventures with the supernatural.

I love T. Kingfisher but was disappointed with What Moves the Dead. While I enjoyed Alex as a character, I never connected with the story. I wanted to try the sequel because I love Kingfisher's writing. I am happy I did. I enjoyed this much more than What Moves. I found the story more compelling and liked the side characters more. I think if you enjoyed What Moves you will also like this. I would say try this even if What Moves disappointed you.


Thank you to NetGalley, MacMillan Audio, and Tor Publishing Group for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I'm not sure if it's because I wasn't as familiar with the lore or because I loved the idea of a Poe retelling, but I liked the previous book better. This was still entertaining, especially for spooky season.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

eerie and ambient, this follow-up to kingfisher’s adaptation of “the fall of the house of usher” is compelling and spooky. i appreciate the development of alex easton as a protagonist and the enrichment of the narrative beyond “what moves the dead,” creating a rich, complex world that stays true to its gothic origins.

If T. Kingfisher writes it, I'm going to read it and I'm going to love it - this book is no exception! I loved diving back into the world of What Moves the Dead and Kingfisher masterfully crafted another haunting, gothic novella worthy of any Halloween TBR this October!

I have been so excited to start this one. I loved the first one. I was not disappointed at all in this one. I loved the monster story. It was so good. All poor Alex wants is some rest but instead they are faced with a mess to clean up and some very strange things happening. I am such a fan of the folklore of the breath stealing monster. With this monster, you are not safe awake or in sleep. I will read anything T. Kingfisher writes. Thank you to NetGalley and Tor Publishing Group for the arc in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you Netgalley, author, and the publishers for allowing me the opportunity to read this book early.

I am a huge fan of T.Kingfisher and request her books the second I see them on Netgalley. This woman can write and writes well, and generally her novellas are everything I want in a story. They're short, but the story isn't lacking (generally). This one though suffers from a lot of fillers that I found annoying. The constant use of (), repeating of information, and there was not enough horror. Though when we are given the scary bits, they are terrifying. Sadly, though, the ending was very anticlimactic and not really scary at all. It wasn't tense, and fell flat.

I loved this exploration into folklore. I think that I had heard of moroi before, but really didn't know much about them and wouldn't have minded if there were some real life accounts thrown into the story to act as proof of what was happening.

Alex, Angus and Miss Potter are amazing characters and I hope T.Kingfisher writes more featuring them.

Thank you NetGalley and Tor Nightfire for an ebook of "What Feasts at Night" by T. Kingfisher in exchange for an honest review. I would recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys a slow burn or gothic horror. It is the perfect concoction of storytelling, mystery solving, and conversations. Kingfisher has a writing style I haven't seen before. I am personally a fan of medium to fast paced books, so it took me a bit longer to get through than usual. It is a great idea, and I love the way the plot includes twists, creatures, and the supernatural.

Great horror novel!! This held me in suspense my entire read and I enjoyed the major themes it focuses on.

"**What Feasts the Night**" by T. Kingfisher is a spellbinding and imaginative novel that masterfully blends dark fantasy with richly layered storytelling. Kingfisher's vivid prose and unique world-building create an immersive experience that pulls readers into a mesmerizing and eerie world. The compelling characters and intricate plot twists keep the narrative engaging and unpredictable. This book is a brilliant and captivating read that stands out in the genre.

Well, who knew you could draw me in and keep there with such a short book. This small book packs big. There was mystery and horror and the unknown and it kept coming. Great sequel to book 1!

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for providing an advance copy in exchange for honest feedback.

Thank you to NetGalley and TOR Publishing for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review!

Brilliant book! I enjoy everything Kingfisher writes and i will buy hardcopies of everything. The gothic atmosphere is spot on. Another wonderful work!

Sadly, i could not get into this book and I’ve always enjoyed TK Fisher. No worries, didn’t books satisfy different people!

Every time T. Kingfisher comes out with a new release I immediately request it and am never disappointed, and What Feasts at Night continued that trend. I loved the first book in this duology and enjoyed the second installment just as much. Thank you Netgalley and Tor Nightfire for my early review copy!