Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me early access to this novel by Lucy Foley. This is my 2nd book written by her, the first being The Guest List.

This book revolves around a newly renovated hotel and a mysterious event that occurred 15 years prior. A group wearing bird resembling costumes appear time to time, and each time, a death occurs.. Francesca is determined to open her newly renovated hotel with much success.

This was more of a difficult read for me, between the 3 pov’s and the additional 2. I think having too many points of view can affect a story in a negative way, it can make the read a bit challenging and confusing.

4.5 stars!

Something sinister walks through the woods in Tome at night, or so they’ve been told. Few actually believe the stories of the Night Birds, but there are those who swear that this lawless group will exact vengeance if only they’re asked.
After inheriting her grandparents house, the place she spent all of her summers growing up, Francesca Meadows decides to redesigned the old mansion, The Manor, as a wellness hotel.
But wheels have been set in motion and as everyone arrives for opening weekend, old players have returned seeking revenge.
Everyone has something to hide and by weekends end all secrets will be revealed and not everyone will be leaving The Manor alive.

SOO many twists in this book! Usually it’s pretty easy for me to spot twists in thrillers but I was continuously surprised and I loved it!
I loved the characters and the unraveling of shared histories.
The Night Birds was such an amazing add to this story. I loved the “are they or aren’t they” that follows us through the story and leaves this spooky undertone throughout the book.
This was such a fun read and I really liked how everything came together at the end.

This really captures how the actions of one person can affect so many others. And at the heart of it, that’s what this story is about. How far the repercussions go, how many people’s lives can be inexplicably changed in an instant. This explores the net that is cast over all the sufferers and how one action has affected them all differently.

I recommend this to any mystery/thriller lovers!

Thank you so much NetGalley and William Marrow for this eARC in exchange for an honest review

First I want to say I love Lucy Foley as an author and have read almost all of her books. This is the first one by this author that I was not really excited about after I was done reading. I had a hard time getting into the book and once I finished it, I was glad it was over. It had a good concept and plot, but the characters were a little outlandish and there was a lot of things that just didn't seem to go with the story.

This story really goes back and forth between something that happened 15 years ago and present time. There is also a lot of emphasis on "The Birds" and once you find out what they really are, I was disappointed. The characters are very well written and the author makes you feel for them during their struggles.

if you are a fan of paranormal/folklorish thrillers then give this one a go.

Thank you NetGalley and William Morrow for the ARC copy in return for an honest review.

The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley is one of the best books that I have read by her. 15 years ago Bella (Allison) is on summer vaction with her parents by the sea. She meets Frankie and her twin brothers Ocar and Hugo. Frankie's grandparents lives in The Manor which is the only thing fancy about this town. 15 years later Bella has returned to The Manor, which Fran Meadows have turned into a luxury resort. Bella came to expose what really happened that fateful summer all those years ago. This book had so many twists and you really don't know who to trust when it comes to the truth. This book I could not put down and read it in a day because I just had to finish it and see how everyone in the book were connected. I absolutly loved this one. If you like to read Claire Douglas, Lisa Jewell, Ruth Ware then you will love The Midnight Feast. I want to think both NetGalley and William Morrow for letting me read an advanced copy of this book.

Thank you to Lucy Foley, William Morrow, and NetGalley for my ARC of The Midnight Feast.

I was a little nervous this would be a bit of a slow burn but I was so incredibly wrong. I loved everything about this book. It was so twisty and I truly didn’t guess any of them! The dual timelines and dual POVs along with the short chapters kept me absolutely flying through this book. This book was an easy 5/5 stars! This is Foley’s best work yet.

I love Lucy Foley, and she is an auto-buy author for me. However, this one just did not click for me. I found the alternating POVs and timelines to be confusing, and I just could not follow the plot. Futhermore, the beginning was slow. At 25% I was not hooked and decided to DNF. I will read her next book though because I have loved her past three.

Francesca inherits land where she spent her summers, among a sacred forest in the small town of Tome. When she decides to turn her grandparents old mansion into a luxury hotel, it angers the locals that she is ruining their town, and their sacred forest where the birds among the trees protect their land against those that try to destroy it.
Eddie is a dishwasher and a local trying to manage the balancing act of needing a job, but what his family sees as working for the enemy.
When Belle, an unwanted guest at the hotel shows up to confront Francesca about her past, more than just the animals in the forest start to come out of the woodwork.
On the night set to celebrate the solstice, things take a deadly turn leaving multiple people dead and others left to wonder if the legends are in fact true or if someone else decided to take matters into their own hands.
This story mixes a locked room mystery with a local legend that gives it Hitcock’s The Birds vibes to it. Lucy Foley grinds out another dark twisty thriller that will leave your jaw dropping

This story examines what can happen when a crime is covered up, and how far those affected by the crime will go to make sure things are put right. An intriguing story including mystery, disguise, deception, and tradition. The characters are well-developed and will leave you wanting more.

I couldn’t put this down. It was super twisty and has a ton of mystery. The setting is fabulous and it was easy to become invested in the story.

Although this has the same pace and structure as her previous books I found the plot for The Midnight Feast very fresh and fun. The malicious wellness influencer was the perfect villain for this day and age and the summertime setting made me wish I was laying out at a pool reading this for the first time. My only complaint would be that it wrapped up a little too neatly for a story that maintained such a strong sense of foreboding and mystery.

This book was wild ride! I couldn't put it down and found myself racing through the last 100 pages to see get to the ending. It's full of twists and turns! Everytime I thought I had something figured out a new plot twist appeared. Highly recommend! I also really enjoyed getting to know all of the characters and understanding the reasons behind the choices they all made. Can't say more without revealing too much--read for yourself and you won't be disappointed!

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read this in exchange for my honest opinion.

Really enjoyed this twisty turny novel about a mysterious estate in the middle of the woods that, while currently a luxury resort for the rich and famous, has a sordid past that few know the truth about. Maybe too many points of view, but overall LOVED the twists and the Midsommar vibes of it all!

True to Lucy Foley form the midnight feast is another thriller with multiple POV‘s and twists and turns. A gripping tale that intertwines mystery, suspense, and human psyche. Set against the backdrop of a secluded mansion turned resort/retreat, the true mystery of the events of the original Midnight Feast that occurred when the main characters were teens reveals itself as the story is told with time jumps told through diary entries. Foley skillfully crafts each character, weaving their secrets and desires that keeps readers guessing until the very end. With its atmospheric setting and intricate plot twists, 'The Midnight Feast' is a captivating read that will leave you not wanting to put the book down until the end.

I typically love multiple POV books but this one was almost too much. Especially when you add in a teenagers diary. I understand that it was important in telling the backstory but it became hard to keep up at times. The other issue I had was who was truly the main character - was it Francesca or Bella? It was hard for me to get into at first because it didn’t have the page turning quality that her previous books did. I felt like it started getting to that point when I was over 75% through. Ultimately, I ended up enjoying it but was still slightly disappointed it didn’t have the same quality as Lucy Foleys other books. Thanks for Netgalley for sending me an early copy of the book!

I was immediately captivated and couldn't put the book down. It was the novel's closing section that shocked me. The words possessed me as my heart raced with adrenaline. My heart skipped a beat because of the unexpected turns and puzzle-style climax. The conclusion was fantastic, as expected! Remembering the climax of "True Detective: Night County." came to mind. The primary mystery was expertly woven into folklore, particularly the legend of the Birds, as the inhabitants battle for justice against the invasion of Zenith's pristine, filthy-rich town, invoking Hitchcock's "The Birds." This book holds the reader's attention from the scathing depiction of the super-rich to the cynical analysis of social inequality and the villagers' fight for justice to the psychological manipulation of both victims and perpetrators. The story takes place at the Manor, a stately home in Woodland Hutches built to pamper its wealthy and privileged visitors. Francesca Woodland, a mysterious woman with dark secrets, who resembles a priestess, owns the manor and will host a summer solstice celebration. Her younger spouse, Owen, an aspiring architect, is captivated by her ethereal beauty and the illusion she has constructed about her character. However, their future is threatened when he reveals dark truths from his past. I knew all the characters would be connected in true Lucy fashion.

Thanks to William Morrow and NetGalley for this ARC for an honest review.

The Midnight Feast deep into the secrets of The Manor, a luxurious resort with a haunting past, where a locked room murder mystery unravels over a fateful opening weekend.Foley artfully intertwines the lives of her characters, each harboring clandestine agendas and closely guarded secrets. Against the serene backdrop of The Manor, Francesca Woodland reigns supreme, her pristine facade concealing a labyrinth of mysteries. Alongside her is Owen, ensnared by her charm but oblivious to the storm brewing beneath the surface as his own secrets threaten to emerge.The tranquility of The Manor is shattered by Bella, a mysterious figure from Francesca's past, determined to confront her demons. Meanwhile, Eddie, a kitchen helper, is torn between loyalty to his job and his dysfunctional family's dynamics.Foley's characters are vivid and achingly human, immersing readers in their struggles. Whether it's the conflicted Owen, determined Bella, or resilient Eddie, each character leaps off the page with electrifying vitality. The Midnight Feast stands out as one of Lucy Foley's finest works, recommended for anyone seeking a gripping and immersive read.

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the opportunity to read this book in advance!

Honestly, this is more of a 3.5 star read, the plot twists definitely got me, and I love a female psychopath when reading thrillers, but as a whole, it was a little underwhelming. In the beginning of the story, up until about half way through, it felt like nothing was happening, but then once things were revealed, I found myself intrigued and wanting to read more. The story tied together, even though some of the things the author includes feel like it added too much and seemed unnecessary. Some parts were confusing towards the end, but the twists once it finally clicked in my head did make my jaw drop. I'd recommend this book if you want an intriguing thriller to read!

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced reader copy of The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley!

It is opening weekend at The Manor for Summer Soltice and Francesca Meadows wants everything to be perfect. She has always been warned about The Birds from her grandad.

The Birds and people from the past keep showing up.

I really enjoyed this book and each time I thought I had something figured out I did not.

I really loved this book. After my conflicting feelings of Lucy Foley’s “The Paris Apartment”, part of me was let down. “The Guest List” was such a solid novel…

Thankfully, “The Midnight Feast” entirely delivered. I was hooked by the premise, pleased with the cover, and in love with the story. This book was just so enjoyable to me. Creepy, nostalgic, and mysterious.

I can’t wait to suggest this one to library patrons this summer. What a great read. Thank you, Lucy Foley, for writing this one.

The Midnight Feast is a delicious book to devour in one sitting, as long as you aren't too afraid of birds...

The book focuses on multiple viewpoints, but don't let that distract you. Each character has their own history and secrets taking them to The Manor's opening weekend, but who can be trusted? Is our future shaped by our past, and can past wrongs be corrected?
Lucy Foley's books will always be on my shelves, and this one did not disappoint. I loved the characters, the setting, and the quick pace of the chapters.

Many thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for this ARC.