slow, and a bit flat. I loved Chase's other novels and will come back for her next as well. this just wasn't my favorite.
thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.

I absolutely loved this book! Love and mystery - what a great combination! Likable characters and a definite page turner!

Eve Chase returns with a gorgeously layered mystery in The Midnight Hour, a haunting tale of family secrets, lost time, and the fragile threads that bind us. Spanning from the quiet elegance of a Notting Hill townhouse to the romantic melancholy of Paris, this dual-timeline novel follows Maggie Parker as she tries to unravel the mystery of her mother’s disappearance while protecting her younger brother—and her own heart. Chase masterfully weaves suspense with emotional depth, creating a story as atmospheric as it is devastating. With lush prose, a ticking-clock tension, and a chilling secret buried beneath the floorboards, this is the kind of book you devour in a single sitting and think about long after. Perfect for fans of Kate Morton and Lisa Jewell.

Maggie is abandoned as a young girl a d has to survive the streets of Bictorian England. She before another person, Wolf. Later in life, the relationship and her childhood experience revela secrets. Compelling, well.written, and a glorious novel..

Thank you NetGalley and Random House for the eARC.
Wow, what a lovely book this is, I absolutely loved it!
It takes place in both Paris and London, and the atmosphere of both cities is so well done. Maggie, the protagonist is great. Her love for the people in her life is so strong, it almost made me tear up. There are many secrets that come out in fits and starts, some of them quite startling. But every character (including all the sweet dogs), except one heinous one, is totally unique and you can't help but be crazy about them.
A great read I totally recommend!

Good story, but slow to pick up. Once it did, the pieces finally started fitting together. I enjoyed it.

Oh my goodness this book has so many twists and turns, the author did a great job of keeping you guessing while also not coming totally out of left field. The book keeps you enthralled the entire read through!

Maggie Parker, who, after her mother disappears in Notting Hill, unravels a web of secrets and lies with the help of a mysterious young man, Wolf. Twenty-one years later, a call from London forces Maggie to confront her past as hidden truths resurface, threatening her new life in Paris. A suspenseful tale of family, love, and the dark secrets that shape us.

WOW - this is my first read from Chase and BOY does she know how to intertwine multiple genres into one! "The Midnight Hour" takes the reader through dual timelines to follow Maggie's story in hopes of figuring out what really happened to her mom and reveal plenty of secrets along the way.

Boy does Chase know how to write a character! While I struggled with pacing in many parts, I couldn't help but to fall in love with every character, leaving me wanting to know more about them and their role in the entire mystery. On top of that, this wasn't just your typical thriller - Chase did a beautiful job touching on deeper themes of grief and loss, making this a much more complex than most stories in this genre. And a great twist at the end to keep us on our toes? What a read! Thanks so much for this ARC!

The way this novel weaves past and present together is nothing short of brilliant, and the emotional depth of Maggie’s journey made me feel every moment. The twists kept coming, each one leaving me breathless. It’s a perfect summer read that combines mystery, heart, and unforgettable characters.

Murder mystery, romance, heartbreak, family secrets.. All of it wrapped so nice and neatly in one book. The first half was a slow read but towards the middle/end, every twist and turn and doubt all came together. Very nostalgic and will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Thank you to publishers and Netgalley for the arc in exchange for an honest review!

I did rather enjoy this book as it was an interesting mystery, a tale of complicated family issues and how to deal with loss and grief while simultaneously falling in love. I did struggle with some pacing but overall found it a pleasant experience.

I really enjoyed this book. This is the story of a family with drama, deceit and redemption. A mystery crucial to the plot is revealed about halfway through the book, but there’s still plenty of suspense and drama to come. All in all, this was a very entertaining and enjoyable read.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Michael Joseph and the author for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

The premise was interesting and the blurbs sold me but the story was too drawn out at places with a few characters being quite pestering. On the positive side, it was a well crafted book with great characters.

Eve Chase is hands-down my favorite contemporary author, and she certainly doesn't disappoint with The Midnight Hour. Set in Nothing Hill, England in dual timelines, the story takes us back to the mid/late 90s to present day. Nostalgic vibes of a time and place significant in pop culture, this beautifully written tale follows Maggie Parker as she revisits the summer that turned her world upside down. Eve Chas is brilliant at writing the deep nuances of the human heart, especially from the mindset of young womanhood. Rich characterization invests you deeper into the plot, until you realize you haven't set the book down in 3 hours. Highly recommend! #themidnighthour #evechase #netgalley #goodreads

Eve Chase, this book should be a netflix show! It was so god even my husband who doesn’t read was asking all the questions as to how this ended!

Thank you to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for the ARC.

A story about family secrets, the fear of growing up, and love intertwined with tragedy...

The author masterfully creates an atmosphere that immerses the reader in mysterious events. I read on and wondered what could happen; I guessed a bit, but it was still intriguing.

You connect with the characters as you read, and by the end, it feels like you've been alongside them the whole time.

The plot kept my interest until the last page. Although there were moments when I was bored, but I wanted to uncover the truth. The book is easy to read and makes you think about the importance of time.

I liked that the chapters focus on two characters, a sister and a brother, as well as two timelines.

A wonderful read. I loved the characters and storylines. I highly recommend anyone who enjoys mysteries or costs to read The Midnight Hour by Eve Chase.

Thanks to NetGalley and Ballantine for the opportunity to read The Midnight Hour by Eve Chase. Stunning and suspenseful with twists I never saw coming. Eve Chase never disappoints

The Midnight Hour is a beautifully layered novel that unfolds like a hidden room: mysterious, atmospheric, and emotional. Eve Chase delivers a dual-timeline story that’s both thrilling - blending mystery, family drama, and just the right hint of romance.

At the heart of it all is Maggie Parker, a girl abandoned suddenly when her mother disappears without a trace one spring evening in Notting Hill. What follows is a desperate search, not just for her mother, but for stability—for answers, for love, and for a sense of belonging. In the present day, Maggie is a successful writer living in Paris, but a phone call pulls her back into the orbit of the old house where everything began.

Eve Chase’s writing is lush and immersive. Her characters are flawed, raw, and full of yearning. The relationship between Maggie and Wolf, a boy from her past is especially compelling. This isn’t just a story about loss. It’s about the marks grief leaves behind, and the ways the past refuses to stay still. The Midnight Hour delivers on every level. It’s emotional, and entirely satisfying. #randomhouse #themidnighthourr #evechase