Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley in exchange for my honest review and feedback. I love anything by Lucy Foley and couldn't wait to start this! I'm warning you now, it starts off a tad slow but holy cow it picks up so fast and you will not be able to put it down. The twists and turns are enough to make you gasp out loud! Do yourself a favor and read this right away.

3.5 stars

This book was wild. There's a lot of tension from the very beginning and most of the time you're not sure where all it's coming from. There's also a preternatural sort of vibe going on, which I didn't hate. Bodies turning up in the woods and an exclusive resort - lots of buzzwords going on.

All in all, if you like a cast of unlikeable characters and a town with too many secrets under the surface, this might be the book for you.

This suspenseful novel will keep you on the edge of your seat. This story is a thriller with elements of family drama and found family.

Got this on audio dual narration. Gripping listening to audio. Very interesting plot with multiple POVs and timelines. A few times, I got lost, but towards the end, I was able to piece it together.

I’ve enjoyed every Lucy Foley novel I’ve read so far and this one is no exception. I liked the connection between the past and the present. The characters were well crafted and I enjoyed the different points of view. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an egalley of “The Midnight Feast”

I’m usually a Lucy Foley lover but this book fell flat. I’m not sure if its because it was one I could not relate to as I am not a crystal girlie but it just wasn’t for me.

I usually like Lucy Foley’s works, but I think this one is my least favorite. I did love how the characters were written and the twists. But the bird narrative came off really flat. I wish it had been constructed differently. Otherwise, nice summer beach read.

Only read if you like:

Read if you like:
▪️creepy and atmospheric reads
▪️locked room mysteries
▪️secluded settings
▪️dual timelines
▪️ensemble casts

I was so excited to read this! I love a good thriller! Unfortunately, this was just meh to me. I thought it started off really slow and boring. There were way too many POVs to follow. I will say it did pick up after a while, and I enjoyed how it all came together, but I think it had more potential than was executed. The summer journal chapters were my favorite part! I will continue to keep reading Lucy Foley's books, but this was not my favorite.

Slow to start, but still suspenseful! It was hard to follow at times with the timelines and many characters, but enjoyable nonetheless.

(Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.)

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. Lucy foley strikes again. For sure one of my favorite authors.

The ending was SO rewarding. Every minute was such a ride - enjoyable, suspenseful, well-written, great character development - they and the place felt truly alive. And the ending absolutely SLAPPED.

This kept me reading nearly every single day MAKING time for it. Loves the ambience, the mysterious nature of it all, the creepy idea of the Birds…

ALL my questions were answered which almost never happens, and though some of my predictions came true, I was DELIGHTED by the twists. Absolutely recommend for a spooky, suspenseful thriller with some truly hateable characters along with some very likeable ones.

Will definitely recommend!

I absolutely adore Lucy Foley, and I have truly enjoyed every book I've read by her... until this one. It breaks my heart to admit that. But let's be real, every author has that one book that isn't as good as the others. The Midnight Feast is that one (in my opinion).

When I read the description, I immediately got Midsommar and culty vibes. And that title!!! That is a title to bait you in! Unfortunately, the execution was a mess. There are a lot of characters, a lot of plot lines, and different timelines. It was hard to keep track of what was happening and develop any sort of connection to characters. This made it a slog to read and had me zoning out. I wanted to be invested in the story and the characters, but it just didn't happen for me.

This book was a mixed bag of reviews. While I did not enjoy it, my husband really liked it. My husband and I frequently have differing opinions on books. HAHA. Regardless, if you're a Foley fan, it's worth a shot. It may be a hit for you.

“The Midnight Feast” is an atmospheric novel that blends suspense, drama, and richly drawn characters. Foley’s prose paints vivid scenes, and the dynamics between the characters are compelling, with interpersonal relationships as intriguing as the central mystery itself. If you enjoy twisty locked room murder mysteries, this book is a must read.
The many twists had me gasping! A true mystery in every aspect of the genre.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

This story was such a ride! What’s thought to be a luxurious hotel turns into something beyond everyone’s wildest dreams… Lucy Foley had me captivated from the very beginning of this book, and I’m so glad I gave her writing another chance. I love multiple POVs, and I love how her characters always seem to connect in the strangest yet most mind-blowing ways. Well done!

Pretty slow but I can see the appeal! I think it works for a plane ride or a vacation read where you don’t have to pay super close attention and you need something to zone out with! It wouldn’t keep me hooked enough to come back to if I put it down but I liked for a one siting zone out book!

DNF at 10%

Lucy Foley, for years, has been incredibly reliable for me when it comes to bingeable thrillers. I'm not sure what it is about this one that is just not connecting. Maybe my taste has changed and the rich people problems that populate her books do not draw me in anymore. Maybe I'm burnt out on thrillers at the moment. Either way, this book just is not connecting with me and I don't feel like pushing through the boredom

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for an ARC of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review!

Thanks to William Morrow and Lucy Foley for the chance to read ‘The Midnight Feast’! I personally like when an author goes between timelines but I could see it being annoying/confusing for other readers. It took me a minute to really get into it, but once I did I had to continue as quickly as I could. I loved the atmosphere and folklore aspects and some of the reveals really surprised me (which I always appreciate).

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

2 STARS

The constant back and forth between timelines made this a difficult read for me. The structure felt disjointed and pulled me out of the story rather than drawing me in. While the premise had potential, the execution just didn’t land.

Lucy Foley does it again! The Midnight Feast is a dark, moody, and utterly addictive read that kept me up way past midnight. Set at an exclusive luxury resort with a mysterious past, the story unfolds over one weekend and through multiple perspectives—each voice layered with secrets, tension, and just the right amount of unreliability.

The atmosphere is peak, it's —claustrophobic, eerie, and cinematic. You feel like you're right there, navigating the polished façade of the resort while sensing the danger lurking underneath. I especially loved how the story played with timelines and perspectives without ever becoming confusing. It only added to the slow-burn suspense.

Lucy Foley’s ability to weave character-driven mystery with juicy drama is unmatched. Every reveal was satisfying, every red herring smartly placed, and the ending was pitch-perfect. If you're a fan of The Guest List or The Paris Apartment, this one is a must-read. Twisty, stylish, and just so fun.

This is Lucy Foley’s best yet. Such a page turner! Lived the setting. Reminiscent of Shakespeare. But spookier.