The Midnight Feast felt like quintessential Lucy Foley that any fan of hers will love. It held true to the format of her other books--an ensemble cast, multiple points of view, and several surprises along the way. I loved the flashbacks; the look at the past helped to set the stage for the happenings of the midnight feast. The language was really descriptive, and it made it so easy to picture the scene as it unfolded. Top notch writing with great building of sympathetic characters. Too often with these large group stories, it can be tough to connect with any one person, but I didn't feel that here.

If I were to provide any constructive criticism, it would simply be that the story unfolded as I thought it would, which of course is satisfying as a reader, but it keeps it from being a full-blown thriller, in my mind. I was so thankful to William Morrow and NetGalley for providing me with early access to this fun novel.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of The Midnight Feast. One of my most anticipated 2024 reads! Lucy Foley is an auto buy author for me. This book did not disappoint, I finished it in less than 24 hours! Short chapters with storytelling that keeps you wanting to turn the page is everything I need in a book. I love books told from multiple POVs and seeing how Lucy ties them all together in the end. The nod to ‘The Birds’ by Alfred Hitchcock brought me back to middle school days. I loved the ambiance of the book and the town setting with the woods and folklore. All characters were enjoyable to read, Frankie’s unlikeable character was done well because I definitely didn’t care for her. I did really enjoy the very end where ‘birds’ come into play to really round out the birds focus. Lucy’s writing is just my style and all her books are exactly what I need in my life. All the stars! Wish I could read it again for the first time. Thank you again for the ARC!

So. Many. POVs. At times, I wasn't certain if I wasn't following what was going on, as in it was a reader problem, or if all of the narrators were truly so unreliable it was the author's intention that we couldn't track what was going on. Either way, it took away from the experience and left me feeling frustrated. The last 15% or so of the book where everything started to come together was the best part and made some of the earlier pieces more worthwhile, but overall, this isn't one I'll be recommending.

Another page turning novel by Lucy Foley. “The Midnight Feast” was a spellbinding story about past childhood experiences that have a hold on the characters lives as adults. The setting is a high end wellness resort off a seaside cliff. This is a fast paced, what’s going to happen next. In the end you will take a deep breath & say “Wow, I didn’t see that coming. Thank you to Net Galley and Harper Collins Publishing. This epic book comes out June 18th 2024.

I love how Lucy Foley spins this tale so you suspect everyone — it’s a brilliant strategy that has you questioning everything and dissecting the details of every scene to figure it out. All of the woo woo stuff had me laughing — I’m an energy healer after all who loves crystals, yoga, meditation and this book definitely exaggerates and bashes all that. 😆 Suspenseful and a quick enjoyable read.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read the ARC of Lucy Foley’s The Midnight Feast. This twisty plot had me gasping out loud and blindsided from cover to cover. The Midnight Feast has all the makings of a terrific and memorable thriller – mysterious woods, a gorgeous mansion, secrets and death. The founder of The Manor, Francesca, revives her childhood vacation “home” into a socialite’s dream getaway. To celebrate the grand opening, it’s only fitting to throw an enormous pagan-inspired celebration weekend, including a midnight feast. However, Francesca wasn’t counting on her past showing up uninvited.

The story is written from several charter POVs. Many stories like this often confuse the reader early on – this is not one of those stories. Each POV feels relatable and relevant to the story, picking up right where you need it to. The character building is superb and only enhances the story as you wind through to the twisty ending. And every time you think you have a handle on what’s coming next, another twist has you feverishly reading for more! For fans of mystery, folk tales, blackmail and sweet revenge, The Midnight Feast needs to be on your TBR! 4/5 stars and would absolutely read again.

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I just wasn’t a fan of this book. At all. I DNF’d after about 30% through . Unfortunately it kinda lacked fast paced. I did enjoy other books by her and will read more from her.

I am generally a great fan of Lucy Foley but this book wasn't as satisfying for me as her previous books were.
I found the pace to be slower. Starting with the end and going backwards is a little frustrating for me as a reader. The character development is part of the surprise twist in the book but I craved more before the twist.
That said, it is still an enjoyable read.

When Francesca opens a very posh healing retreat center there is a wide cast of participants - all of whom are paying top price for the privilege to be there opening weekend. There are also locals who want to fight the privatization of the woods that they grew up in and in which some mysterious "birds" have always lived.

Things begin to unravel, especially once a dead bird, and then a dead body, are found.

No-one is who they seem and revenge is revealed to be a driving force amongst guests. When the disguises are all cast off and the reality is laid bare the book comes to a fairly satisfying end

The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
Pub date: June 18, 2024

Two unlikely teenage girls strike up a summer friendship but one clearly has the upper hand. She’s wealthy, cunning and manipulative. What happens that long ago summer will have a long-lasting effect that will echo far into the future, impacting everyone around them.

Welcome to The Manor, a place of Zen and luxury hidden away in an ancient wood with dazzling seaside views. It’s opening weekend and host Francesca, beautiful and mysterious, has everything perfectly curated for the uberwealthy clientele she caters to. But not everyone present has the same agenda Francesca does. There are secrets and lies afoot and not everyone is who they say they are and some think that old bygones shouldn’t go unpunished.

I loved how Foley told this story, utilizing past and present and central POV’s that gave the reader a unique insight into the depth of the story and all it’s complexity. This is the most brilliant of twisty plots and such a thrill to unravel.

Thrilling, twisty, brilliant! A feast for anyone who reads!

My thanks to William Morrow Books for this gifted DRC!

Wow! I have read three other Lucy Foley books and have loved all of them. I love her twist and turns and you’re usually always rooting for one of the characters. This one did not disappoint. I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.

OOOH boy did I really enjoy this one. It was very moody and atmospheric, and I felt the plot wasn't one I've read a million times over.

The Manor is celebrating their opening weekend. It's a luxury wellness resort unlike any other. The owner, Francesca, and her architect husband, Owen, spared no expense when creating this hotel making sure their elite guests had a one-of-a-kind experience. Everything was going according to plan until a guest from Francesca's past checks in and is determined to make her pay for acts she committed on these very grounds when they were younger. As Francesca is preparing for the main attraction of the weekend - a solstice midnight 'feast' it seems like someone, or something is trying to sabotage her. Is it the work of Bella or is there something more sinister lurking around?

I can't imagine it's easy to write a book that has pagan, paranormal, culty vibes without transforming the plot to be more on the 'ghostly' horror side, but Lucy Foley did a great job of adding these elements and still keeping this a thriller. I didn't see the twists coming and everything tied together nicely by the end.

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

Lucy Foley is back and delivering a feast for the senses. With her trademark style of multi-linear timelines, the story keeps readers on the edge of their seats trying to piece together the clues. Venture deep into the dark woods where the plot thickens. At first glance, the gathering seems harmless but as the layers are stripped away, will they make out alive or risk being devoured?

Thank you to #NetGalley and the publisher for the early edition of #TheMidnightFeast in exchange for an honest review. I love the author's storytelling while the staggered chapters provide an elusiveness to solve the mystery. That being said, it wasn't my favorite of her novels. With this type of storyline, I normally root for a protagonist but had difficulty connecting to the characters.

I have read every single Lucy Foley book and I will read every book she writes until I die. I think she is the best thriller author around and this book did not disappoint. It was a little slow in the beginning but once I got the characters down and the story starting rolling I could not put it down. It was SO GOOD. I was shocked by the end. I thought I knew what was going to happen and I could not be more wrong. It's only April but I think this will be my favorite thriller of the year.

This was definitely a page turner for sure! I’ve only read one other Foley book (the Paris apartment) and felt they are super quick and easy reads. I feel as if they are beginner books into thriller, which is a good place to start if just getting back into reading or starting it from scratch. I’m a sucker for multiple POVs (like John marrs) as these keeps me hooked from start to finish in hopes their storylines are tied up in a pretty bow. Loved the plot twists surrounding the main characters and will continue to read her books!

The Midnight Feast is just like this authors other books. All of them follow the exact same formula with the exact same characters and story beats. I did enjoy this book, but I would like to see the author branch out. It feels like they are writing the same story in different fonts for every book. I love how well the author can write truly unlikeable characters. It is their strength. I just don't know how many times I can read a story from this author with the same "random group of bad people out to get an even worse person" without it getting stale.

Thanks for the review copy. Foley’s books are hit r miss for me. This one wasn’t really for me. I’m sure others will enjoy it more than I did.

Previous Lucy Foley books have been hit or Miss for me so I was curious how I would like The Midnight Feast, this book didn’t disappoint me though!
Although this did get off to a slow start for me, I really got hooked once I started to realize how the characters at the grand opening celebration of the Manor were all connected. The story unfolds throughout the multiple POVs and as their pasts start falling into place I couldn’t stop reading.
Thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for the ARC of this book.

I loved the diary entries, invigorating plot twists, and explosive ending had me the edge of my seat. My new fav from Foley!

thank you to NetGalley for gifting me with this arc!!
Those who have read Lucy Foley before know that she’s the master of multiple POVs that uniquely connect in the end. Unfortunately, the POVs in The Midnight Feast were too confusing for me. We had two in the past, four in the present, and each presented drastically different ways of communicating. I found it hard to sort through what was rich person drama and what was relevant to the big reveal. It almost felt like I was reading a rough draft where the idea was there, but the execution was a little murky.
Overall, it wasn’t my cup of tea. But! The concept, foundation, and epilogue wrap up were quite enjoyable. I recommend you try the book yourself, you may very well enjoy it!

Lucy Foley crafted an amazing story with local town lore, mysteries that have been unsolved and families that live in fear of doing the wrong thing. Those that have wealth though also have power over others with their ties to high level officials. Are they exempt from the horrors that lie in the woods? When Bella goes to the midnight feast at the opening of the new hotel, she purposely is trying to make amends for the one thing that has left her guilt ridden for years. However, Eddie who has taken a job at the manor didn't know that so much of his past was wrapped up within the confines of the woods. So many secrets and hidden identifies make for an amazing and fun, fast paced read!