Typically I enjoy Lucy Foley's works, but "The Midnight Feast" fell flat for me. It starts with an opening weekend of celebrations at The Manor, a luxury boutique hotel experience in an English seaside village. Francesca has inherited the property, and, with the help of her husband Owen, they have renovated it into a luxurious escape scene for the wealthy.

Bella grew up with Francesca (or Frankie as she was called as a teen), and although the women are now estranged, Bella, unbeknownst to Francesca, managed to secure an invite to the event. The weekend is filled with partying, relaxation, and debauchery....until a body is discovered at the base of the cliff.

The story toggles between a tragic event in Bella and Frankie's youth that has shaped their experiences for years to come. A long time ago, another young person lost their life at the manor. No one was ever held responsible for that death...but someone is determined that they soon will.

While this story had potential, it dragged in many spots. I also felt that this storyline has been overdone, and this was simply a weak retelling. While I did enjoy Foley's other books and would largely recommend them, I would steer clear from this particular novel. A generous 3/5.

I enjoyed this book but didn't love it. It kept me turning the pages for the mystery however, so that's always good.

Lucy Foley has been hit or miss for me, and unfortunately this was a miss. The premise was interesting, but I felt a bit overdone. The charactes were bizarre, yet intriguing. Overall, it was a quick binge read but won't stick with me.

I like how Foley keeps switching up her format a little and expanding her writing but the wellness/protest vibes seemed a little bit California from someone who only has an idea of California.

This book had too many story lines which resulted in a VERY underwhelming finish that was not at all satisfying.
I just felt like it was a very slow burn to be disappointed.

I won't be reading this. I've tried multiple times and haven't gotten into it. Thank you though for the opportunity. If I read it in the future I will come back and change this review.

This book was my favorite Lucy Foley! I love the location and the characters. The way the characters intertwined made this book so good.

While the premise was nice, the writing was... not what I expected. I wanted more from the characters because I felt that what was on the front cover and the front flap was not what we were given.

Foley’s multi-perspective storytelling shines, creating a richly layered narrative filled with secrets, betrayals, and unexpected twists - this one had me guessing throughout. Recommended!

The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley is everything I hoped it would be—tense, atmospheric, and packed with secrets waiting to unravel. Huge thanks to NetGalley and the publisher, William Morrow, for the advance copy!

If you’re a fan of Ruth Ware or Foley’s The Hunting Party, you’ll love this one. The setting is absolutely incredible: a luxurious hotel nestled in the eerie Scottish Highlands, surrounded by dense woods and a town that feels worlds apart from the wealth and indulgence inside. The contrast between the privileged guests and the local community adds a layer of tension that simmers throughout the novel.

Foley’s signature multi-POV storytelling is at its best here. With a large cast of characters, it can sometimes be tricky to keep track, but each perspective felt distinct and fully realized. Their motives, secrets, and relationships kept me hooked, and the ever-present feeling that something wasn’t quite right made for an addictive read. The mysterious guests, the secrets lurking in the shadows, and the slow-building tension all culminate in a satisfying, well-paced reveal.

I’d say this is Foley’s best since The Guest List and The Hunting Party—the plotting is tight, the atmosphere is immersive, and the twists are genuinely surprising. My only minor critique is that a few moments in the middle felt slightly drawn out, but overall, this was an excellent thriller that delivered on everything I wanted.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (4.5/5)

You think you know who you've surrounded yourself with but do you?!?!

Francesca thinks she has everything and everyone under her control and the perfect life but secrets from her past threaten them all! When the opening night of her new manor spirals, the secrets of all the main characters and their relation to Francesca will be revealed!

The Midnight Feast is a slow burn thriller! I thought the pace could been faster but the suspense was there and although some reveals were predictable, there were surprises as well. Overall, it was a decent and easy read.

Thank you Netgalley and William Morrow for this E-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

The atmospheric setting and multiple perspectives keep the tension high, making it an engaging read. I enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it to fans of twisty, character-driven mysteries. Thanks to Netgalley and William Morrow for this ARC.

Another Lucy Foley story that made me become a couch potato for days to just read it and not want to put it down. Her stories are always intriguing and they truly keep you guessing until the very last chapter. I am always prepared for the mystery and suspense but The Midnight Feast is a story I truly did not see coming and I loved every minute of it!

This book was all over the place for me. There were several characters with a journal that had the reader discovering past events throughout the book. Towards the middle, I found myself confused but kept reading. I still am not exactly sure what happened in the past and the connection of some of the characters was a bit unbelievable but the ending did have a twist that I found satisfying! 3.5 stars

Lucy Foley is not my favorite author but I am somehow always drawn to picking up her books. A few I have truly disliked but this one agreed with me! Suspenseful, page turning thriller goodness. Just what you need when you want to get lost in a book and forget about the outside world for awhile. I particularly liked the location descriptions as well!

I enjoyed this book. The way the past and present came together to tell a mystery story was fairly well done.

A great thriller about how karma will get you in the end. Thoroughly enjoyed the multiple POVs and the journal entries; making the story more believable.

Lucy Foley’s The Midnight Feast is a gripping thriller that masterfully blends suspense, dark secrets, and unexpected twists. Known for her knack for crafting atmospheric mysteries, Foley delivers another immersive tale filled with intrigue and complex characters.

Set against the backdrop of an exclusive, high-profile event, The Midnight Feast unravels through multiple perspectives, keeping readers on edge as they piece together the truth. Foley’s signature storytelling—layered narratives, unreliable narrators, and shocking reveals—makes this novel an engrossing read from start to finish.

The characters are well-developed, each hiding secrets that add to the tension and unpredictability of the plot. Foley’s prose is sharp and cinematic, creating a vivid setting that enhances the novel’s eerie, suspenseful tone. While some twists feel slightly familiar to fans of her previous works, The Midnight Feast still manages to keep readers captivated until the final page.

Overall, The Midnight Feast is an atmospheric and engaging mystery perfect for fans of locked-room thrillers and psychological suspense. Foley once again proves her talent for crafting compelling narratives that leave readers guessing.

Lucy Foley's The Midnight Feast promises a thrilling tale set against the backdrop of a lavish new event at The Manor, a luxury venue surrounded by pristine forests and a sense of endless summer luxury. The opening night brings with it a glittering atmosphere where every detail has been carefully curated to ensure the highest standards of relaxation and indulgence for the guests. But beneath the gleaming surface, the tension is palpable. Old secrets are brewing, and it doesn’t take long for the idyllic setting to transform into something much darker.

The story centers around the aftermath of a fire and a body discovered during the opening weekend of The Manor. Guests, including the Founder, the Husband, the Mystery Guest, and the Kitchen Help, all seem to be harboring their own dark pasts. As the weekend unfolds, their tangled histories come to light, and it quickly becomes clear that someone among them is hiding a deadly secret. The mystery delves deep into the lives of the characters, with the tension building toward a shocking conclusion.

However, for those familiar with Lucy Foley’s writing, The Midnight Feast may feel a bit too familiar. It follows a similar structure to her previous works, where multiple points of view unfold to reveal secrets layer by layer. While this technique can be engaging, in this case, it feels almost formulaic. The dynamic of a group of people with hidden motives, scattered memories, and buried truths is something Foley has explored before, and as a result, the twists in the narrative are somewhat predictable.

The pacing of the story is where the book shines, keeping you hooked as the mysteries of the past crash into the present. The atmospheric setting of The Manor, with its quirky elements like the Seaside Cottages and the ever-present air of exclusivity, also adds a layer of intrigue. The tension between the characters, exacerbated by their shared history, keeps the story engaging, even when certain revelations feel inevitable.

Ultimately, while The Midnight Feast is an enjoyable read, it doesn’t feel as fresh or original as Foley’s previous works. The characters, while interesting, don’t always fully distinguish themselves from those in her past novels, and the mystery itself lacked the element of surprise I was hoping for. It’s a solid read for fans of Foley's style, but if you’ve read her other books, you may find this one to be a bit too familiar.

If you're looking for a suspenseful, atmospheric mystery with well-crafted tension, The Midnight Feast is still worth picking up. Just don’t expect anything that will take you too far off the beaten path.

Alot of plot twists. Slow at times. In my opinion it is not her best book. At times it was hard to follow. I enjoyed the narration.