3.5 rounded down.

I actually enjoyed this one a little more than the first, which seems to be an uncommon opinion, and I'm not sure why. The first one definitely had more tension but this one felt like a side quest in a way I really liked.

This story is a spooky and interesting tale of ghosts that need to be put to rest. The lore was captivating and the character dynamics were my favorite. Angus and Alex's friendship is fun to observe, and if there are anymore stories after this nothing bad (permanently bad) is allowed to happen to either of them.

Thank you to NetGalley & Tor Nightfire for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I'm not sure why, but this didn't sink it's claws into my chest the way everything else I've read from this author has. I was probably not in the right headspace, because I can't imagine a single misstep from this author. I'm planning on re-reading to see if my feelings change. It was, as always, a delight to read, I just didn't feel the same atmosphere as the first in the series.

I really enjoyed this! As the second in the series, it did not suffer from any kind of sophomore slump!

I enjoy the way these books play out. I really hope this series continues - I’m attached. It’s such a solid mix of the supernatural and reality, with plenty of explanations into the culture of the people in the story. It’s so interesting to see how each story unfolds - and this one deals with things in the night which I find absolutely delightful.

If you liked the first one, you should definitely read this one too!

T Kingfisher remains my favorite author. I usually never read horror, however I will read hers. She manages to make me.laugh even when ik creeped out. I was so glad.we.got to visit Alex's world again and I hope we can again soon. Loved it.

What Feasts at Night is the follow up gothic novella to What Moves the Dead, a haunting retelling of Edgar Allen Poe’s The Fall of the House of Usher. Many of the same quirky characters appear in this installment, including Lieutenant Alex Easton, their valet Angus, Hob the horse, and British mycologist Eugenia Potter.

Ready to take a long rest from the war, Alex arrives for a stay at their familial hunting lodge. Upon arrival, they learn that the lodge’s caretaker, Codrin is missing. The superstitious Gallatians believe that he was murdered by a mythical creature. When Alex begins dreaming of the strange being as well, they must figure out the mystery before they are taken as well.

This creepy story is once again told with a sense of humor that lightens the tone of a dark horror novella. I found the characters endearing, but this time was underwhelmed by the simple plot. There wasn’t a whole lot to sink my teeth into this time and left me yearning for more twists and turns.

While What Moves the Dead was a five star read, this one fell a bit short. I am a huge fan of Kingfisher and will look forward to reading more from her.

3/5 stars

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of What Feasts at Night in exchange for an honest review.

A sequel to the highly acclaimed "What Moves the Dead," "What Feasts the Night" continues the story of Alex Eason, the Sworn Soldier. Alex is a great character and I was looking forward to seeing how their story played out. This book started out slow for me and I had a hard time remembering the first book as I read it when it first came out. I think both of those contributed to me struggling with this book. It was underwhelming for the most part and I felt like the horror was weak at times.

Atmospheric and creepy. Kingfisher knows how to write gothic horror. Loved every minute of their storytelling. I loved Alex Easton so getting to continue on with them for a new mystery, SO FUN!

3.5/5 stars
Received eARC for free from NetGalley.

As much as I loved What Moves the Dead, this was just mediocre. I really love Alex, but I don’t think this book needed to exist. I don’t think it added enough to the world where if there is a 3rd book i would read it. That said, it was very T Kingfisher. It was a dark fairytale which I really like. I read it in a single sitting. It was creepy and I enjoy Alex’s inner voice.

This is the second book with our main character and they return to their family cabin along with the friends they made in the previous book. They discover something is very very wrong. This was a bit more “fun” than the previous book and not as scary, still an entertaining read.

T. Kingfisher is quickly becoming one of my favorite writers. I love the horrific imagery in this story and the characters come to life so vividly. I only wish the story were longer.

Thank you to Netgalley for the copy.
This is the follow up to the bestselling Novella What Moves the Dead.
Alex Easton find themselves at their family hunting lodge in their home country. The caretaker is dead and the lodge is in disarray.
Is the culprit a breath-stealing monster that is residing at the lodge?

Another winner by Kingfisher! I absolutely loved What Moves the Dead and the follow up is no less entertaining. I love how Kingfisher creates such a tense and eerie atmosphere. I love how all the characters interact with one another and would continue to read more books about them all!

Just like What Moves The Dead, I absolutely loved this one! Being in a first person pov is probably my favorite! Being inside Easton’s head is a fun and curious place to be. Seeing the events unfold from his view is the perfect way.

It’s creepy, keeps you on your toes, and questioning what the heck you just read.

Thank you to NetGalley, for sending me a copy to read and review!

I love T. Kingfisher and will read all of their writings. this was creepy but a blast to read! I love the mix of historical fiction and horror.

I love Alex! This is the second installment and it takes off where book one ends. We follow Alex as he nearly escaped mushroom rabbits into his next monster.
Who can deny ghosts after mushrooms?

Another scary episode featuring Alex Easton. After visiting at the horrible Usher Manor, Easton retreats to his family's hunting lodge in Gallacia, with Angus and mycologist Miss Potter. This time Easton manages to dig up a ghost, who attacks in dreams but with deadly effects. Easton himself barely escapes, Despite the horror of this experience, Kingfisher manages to insert her signature bits of humor. Nice performance from narrator, Avi Roque. Thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan for an advance copy.

Loved reading this one and it's predecessor. I'll be keeping all of this series stocked in the library for fans of historical horror.

Another great installment in this series. I didn't find it nearly as spooky as the first book but it still gave me the urge to check under the bed before going to sleep. I appreciate the humor mixed in with the horror elements and the way Kingfisher doesn't shy away from discussing more difficult topics.

“If this was a fairytale, it was the kind where everyone gets eaten as a cautionary tale about straying into the woods, not the sentimental kind that ends with a wedding and the words, ‘And if they have not since died, they are living there still.”

I want to start of by saying that I absolutely love T. Kingfisher’s writing. I’ve read a few of her books and enjoyed them immensely, including the previous book in this series. While I did enjoy What Feasts at Night and found it to be a truly unique story, it’s not my favorite by them. I love the characters in this series and would be completely open to reading more books featuring them. I enjoyed the references to the previous book and how affected Easton still is by what they experienced. I just didn’t feel like this book had as much impact as the previous. It had so much potential that it just didn’t live up to, for me. I felt like the ending was a bit rushed. I really do hope that there are further books because the characters are amazing and there’s still so much that could be done with them.

I didn’t realize how much I’d missed Alex, Angus, and Miss Potter until I settled in with this delightfully creepy sequel to What Moves the Dead (Fall of the House of Usher retelling).

When Alex and Angus arrive at the family hunting lodge, things aren’t as they’d expected. The longtime caretaker is dead, and folks in the village say a breath-stealing monster from folklore is responsible. Cue the gothic atmosphere and let the chills begin.

Alex hires a local woman and her son to work at the lodge, but after a few days the son’s health rapidly declines. He’s unable to pull himself out of bed much less breathe, and speaks of a ghostly woman who visits him at night. It’s not long before Alex reconsiders their belief in local superstitions. Besides these characters, the well-crafted dream sequences are what made this story for me. They blur the lines of reality, keeping me in suspense and questioning what was happening.

I recommend reading the first novella in this series because references are made to prior events from that story. Recommended for readers who enjoy haunted dreams, slow-burn horror with a touch of humor, and charismatic characters.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.