I enjoyed most of this book. My biggest problem came from the cult vibes of it. I’m not a huge fan of that trope, but otherwise it was a very atmospheric read.

Kind of a slow burn that definitely had more focus on the characters than the overall plot, needed to trudge through the first 100 pages or so.

Unfortunately, "The Midnight Feast" by Lucy Foley didn't quite live up to my expectations. It was not a bad book, just not for me. While I've loved other books by this author, I found this one to be a slow burn that failed to keep me engaged. I wasn't able to finish it, but I appreciate Foley's writing style and will definitely give her future works a try.

This thriller was top notch! The pacing was just right and kept the reader just wanting more. The use of different character perspectives and movement between past and present was weaved together with perfection answering questions just in time to have you asking new ones.

I loved the creepy vibes that the author wove throughout the book. The small town setting and local lore even gave this book a supernatural feeling at times.

This book will make your jaw drop by the last page, breaking down events that you didn't think could have more angles to reveal. This book is must for thriller readers!!!

Another Foley classic twist and turn mystery!

You don't ever leave your past behind.

Lucy Foley’s The Midnight Feast is a suspenseful mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Set in an opulent estate, the novel brings together a diverse group of characters for a weekend gathering that quickly spirals into chaos. Foley excels at creating a gripping atmosphere, drawing readers into a world of secrets, revenge and local lore.
Told through multiple POV's, each voice distinct and engaging, adding depth to the story as hidden motives and personal grievances come to light. The pacing is brisk, and the tension builds masterfully, culminating in a climax that’s both surprising and satisfying. THE LAST LINE WAS A MASTERPIECE.

Fans of psychological thrillers and character-driven mysteries will find much to enjoy in this well-crafted novel.

The atmospheric setting of this book was absolutely perfect, and I'm still thinking about it a month later. However, the book just had too many points of view for me to be too interested in any one character, so it would often lose me at times. I did enjoy the twists and definitely did not see them coming! Overall a fun read.

So grateful to have received this as an ARC! This is my first read from this author, and it will not be the last. I went in knowing nothing about the plot and was blown away!

The hottest new luxury hotel, The Manor, is having its opening night—a big fish in a small town. Hear from multiple viewpoints, each carrying a secret, culminating with a murder by the end of the night.

Think White Lotus.

Pretty good book. I loved the resort setting. Kinda predictable but not so much that I won’t seek out the author again.

A wonderful immersive mystery. Told from varying point of view, from days before the "Midnight Feast", the day after, and 15 years before when another tragedy occurred. This may easily be my favorite of Lucy Foley's books. Interesting characters that are somehow interconnected and a creepy, suspenseful storyline makes this a can't-miss read!

Lucy Foley does it again! It's opening night at the Manor, a mystic, zen retreat built into the hills and the woods, owned by a goddess-like figure who is determined to create her legacy. Meet those who work there, those who visit, and the locals who aren't fans of the new resort in town. Flash forward a day, and the resort is on fire, and a body is found. Turns out, not everyone is who they seems.

Loved this thriller, it had the perfect amount of twists and turns. I remain a Foley fan!

"The Midnight Feast" by Lucy Foley is an intriguing and atmospheric novel that captivates with its blend of suspense and drama. Foley's storytelling excels in creating a richly detailed setting and a cast of complex, well-drawn characters, making it easy for readers to become fully immersed in the narrative.

The plot centers around a mysterious midnight gathering that unravels secrets and tensions among a group of friends, keeping readers on edge with its well-timed reveals and twists. Foley’s writing is crisp and engaging, drawing readers into a world where every detail contributes to the suspense.

However, the novel does have some pacing issues, with certain sections feeling a bit sluggish as the story unfolds. Additionally, some of the character motivations can seem a bit contrived, occasionally pulling readers out of the narrative flow.

Overall, "The Midnight Feast" is a compelling read that combines suspense with sharp character exploration, making it a worthwhile choice for fans of psychological thrillers.

3.5 stars, rounded up to 4 stars for an enjoyable ending

This was my first Lucy Foley book, so I cannot give a comparison, but I can say I enjoyed her writing style. My only complaint with the book was that it felt slow and dragged in places. The characters were well developed and lots of detail was given to set up the plot though m. It took me a while to get through the book because there was no real suspense or plot that seemed urgent to keep pressing through. It was much more of a slow build and burn. The ending definitely did pick up around 80-85%, and I felt like the ending tied a nice little bow on the story. All in all, I would recommend the book and the author with the preface of preparing for a slow burn.

The hunting party, the Paris apartment- those were great!! This? Not as much- however, what someone finds yuck, may find their yum… so, I think Lucy is still a phenomenal writer, I just feel this was a bit slower and fell flat comparatively.

Lucy Foley does it again. Perfect spooky setting with a hair-raising folk tale. The twists have twists, and those twists have even more twists. As we have come to know, Lucy wraps the book up in a perfect bow. Everything comes together. All the pieces in the puzzle. She is one of my favorite authors and always delivers. Different POVs and as the story unfolds you are rooting for this little town of Tome and its townspeople.

Francesca created a luxury retreat at her family’s estate, The Manor, along with the help of her architect husband Owen. The Manor is located on an the estate and has a dark eerie feeling about it along with woods full of secrets from the past and a large emphasis on the birds who may or may not be a superstitious myth. Locals are upset this property is bring turned into such a bougie vacation spot. Bella has been invited here, has past ties to this property, and she doesn’t know who invited her. Eddie is an employee at the manor and he is trying to solve the past mysteries. Bella is running into people who she used to know 15 years ago and is wondering who brought them back together or why.
This story is told from multiple different people’s perspectives both before and after the solstice with added old diary entries. It made it a bit hard for me to keep track of the timeline with the flipping back and forth between before and after. Besides, Owen, Bella, Francesca, and Eddie, it is also told from Detective Walker’s perspective after the fire and the deaths. I didn’t expect a couple of the twists but overall, I wasn’t incredibly interested in the storyline and the flipping back quickly between characters and timelines was a bit confusing to me.
Thank you NetGalley and William Morrow for the opportunity to read this ARC. All opinions are my own.

Perfect Summer Thriller! The book got off to a slow star for me, and it was a little tricky to keep track of all the old and new characters, but it really came together as the story kept going. The plot was masterful, building to a surprising and satisfying ending. Definitely recommend!

A midnight feast is planned at the Manor in Dorset for its guests, to celebrate the summer solstice. The owner Francesca has inherited the Manor from her grandmother. The beach below is private and for guests only, but local boys access it by boat from the sea, claiming right of passage through the grounds and woods for the local residents. Strange things began to happen: there is a fire at the manor house, a guest finds a black feather on the bed, the local area is rife with pagan traditions, there are hidden cameras, a cave in a hidden cove by the sea, and then someone falls from the high cliffs overlooking the sea onto the rocks below.

Atmospheric setting, contrasting characters of locals and visitors - but the reader doesn't know offhand who the bad guys or girls might be in the final analysis.

The setting was memorable, the plot just so so, the characters did not really stand out for me. An average thriller from the plot point of view.

It always takes a little while to get into a book with multiple POVs. But once the story picked up I was invested. I 100% did not guess that ending, and it kept me guessing the whole time! The pacing felt a little off, but I still enjoyed this read, Thank you NetGalley, Lucy Foley, and William Morrow for this ARC!

The Midnight Feast is the latest novel by Lucy Foley. The story is set at The Manor, a place that is meant to be a calm retreat but has secrets long ago buried.
For me, this book was a very long slow burn. I found myself almost DNF'ing it multiple times but I pushed through. The details of The Manor were well laid out and I did enjoy how the character Francesca was written.
I found the multiple character points of view a bit hard to follow. I wish it would have been streamlined a bit.
I would like to thank Netgalley and William Morrow Books for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.
3 out of 5 stars.

It’s opening weekend at The Manor, a new luxury resort that spares no expense. On the night of the Midnight Feast, celebrating summer solstice, things go haywire as a fire breaks out, guests begin behaving strangely, and a body is found. Secrets from 15 years prior may be exposed as police begin to investigate this deadly evening, and the mysteries of the surrounding woods.

This book ended up being a pretty middle-of-the-road thriller for me! The whole “The Birds” concept was strange and almost seemed unnecessary to the story at times, and I also felt like some parts of the plot could have been developed a bit better. However, the book had some good twists and a solid ending, and was incredibly fast-paced with the multiple POVs and an action-packed plot. Overall, while not my favorite Lucy Foley thriller, it was a decent read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Williams Morrow Books for my gifted e-ARC!