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Amazon.com: The Midnight Feast: A Novel (Audible Audio Edition): Lucy Foley, Joe Eyre, Sarah Slimani, Roly Botha, Laurence Dobiesz, Tuppence Middleton, HarperAudio: Books
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“Irresistible…Blair Witch meets Fyre Festival.” – People
“”Sharp, stylish and stunning…Foley’s best yet.”” — Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of All the Colors of the Dark
Secrets. Lies. Murder. Let the festivities begin…
It’s the opening night of The Manor, the newest and hottest luxury resort, and no expense, small or large, has been spared. The infinity pool sparkles; the “Manor Mule” cocktail (grapefruit, ginger, vodka, and a dash of CBD oil) is being poured with a heavy hand. Everyone is wearing linen.
But under the burning midsummer sun, darkness stirs. Old friends and enemies circulate among the guests. Just outside the Manor’s immaculately kept grounds, an ancient forest bristles with secrets. And it’s not too long before the local police are called. Turns out the past has crashed the party, with deadly results.
THE GIRLBOSS · THE HUSBAND · THE KITCHEN HELP · THE MYSTERY GUEST
Everyone’s got a secret. Everyone’s got an agenda. But not everyone will survive…The Midnight Feast
“Agatha Christie for the Instagram age.” – Guardian
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Amazon.com: The Midnight Feast: A Novel (Audible Audio Edition): Lucy Foley, Joe Eyre, Sarah Slimani, Roly Botha, Laurence Dobiesz, Tuppence Middleton, HarperAudio: Books
LeeAnn B –
This book is an absolute gem; a locked-room mystery style with an intricate plot that kept me hooked from early in the book.
I appreciated how each character was meticulously crafted and layered with secrets and motives that connect seamlessly. Foley’s knack for building suspense and creating an atmosphere of tension in a rich setting is *chef’s kiss*.
It was an easy, frothy, and engaging read, perfect for anyone looking for a thrilling mystery.
LeeAnn B –
This was my book clubs August pick. I love a good thriller and have seen Lucy Foley’s books all over bookstagram so I was excited to give this a shot. However, I was disappointed.
This book started off really slow and a bit boring. The amount of POV’s is overwhelming at first and was difficult to follow.
Once it picked up and we truly got to see all the POV’s come together it was interesting, but a bit too predictable. I think the story had so much potential but the execution just wasn’t it. I would have loved to have more suspense and more plot twist/confusion because all of the characters had potential.
I did really love the Summer Journal chapters and how it revealed the past storyline.
I don’t think Owen’s POV really contributed anything to this story.
vicki.reads.books –
3.75★
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.
I read this as an audiobook, and it was really great. I loved all of the narrators. I’m especially glad that each character had their own narrator, as there were quite a few to follow. I think it might have been confusing to me if it were done differently. So in that way, the audiobook was perfect.
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– I have to say I really liked the characters. Even though not all of them were likable, they really added to the story. Even Francesca’s POV. I don’t think I had any issues with them overall. Not gonna go into too much detail because there are a lot of characters and POVs. (This might be a book with the most POVs I’ve read so far.)
– I liked the writing. It was very easy, I didn’t have any issues with following the story, pretty straightforward. I might be picking more books by the author in the future.
– However, and this is why it isn’t getting a higher rating from me, I felt like the story was pretty… obvious? There wasn’t that big of a mystery because you know a lot of things quite early. And it definitely wasn’t thrilling nor suspenseful. It wasn’t a bad story per se, it was entertaining. Just not what I hoped for I guess? I really wanted a summery thriller mystery and it wasn’t really what I got. I had fun though.
– I did enjoy the settings and the vibes but it definitely didn’t have Midsommar vibes as I saw it being described – I’m kinda sad about that.
So yeah, overall loved the audiobook! Would recommend. The narrators were really fantastic. I definitely had fun but wanted a bit more.
Tia –
Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds mixed with And Then There were None!
Like her other three books, the suspense was a page turner! Reading at night & Having to get up at 5 AM for work was not ideal!
You will not be disappointed as a Lucy Foley fan 👌
Heather –
Its the Summer Solstice and opening night at the Manor, a luxurious newly opened hotel in Devon. Yet the following morning there are scenes of devastation, as the Manor has been burned down and a body found on the beach!
Another compelling murder mystery from Lucy Foley, this book follows her tried and tested formula. We have chapters that go back and forth in time, and told from various characters’ points of view, as she deftly plots this engaging mystery. Whilst it might be an easy enough guess, we don’t even discover who has been murdered till towards the very end of the book, and as for the culprit, there are characters aplenty with motive to choose from.
Set in Devon, Foley adds some folklore and macabre to the story, with local legend and superstition around The Birds, which added a bit of a different touch to the story from her previous works.
As with previous works her chapters are short and snappy, often ending on a cliffhanger, that has you quickly turning the pages. The sense of tension builds throughout the book, though I will say that perhaps the ending felt a little underwhelming after all the build.
As might be expected there are a lot of dislikeable characters here, though also some more likable ones such as Eddie and Jake. Whilst most of the story centres around the build up to the feast on the Summer Solstice in the present day, as well as the aftermath, we also have chapters told as diary entries from about fifteen years before, events of which tie into the present day plot.
There are enough twists and turns here to keep the story engaging throughout, with most of the characters having something to hide. I did correctly guess at quite a lot of the story, though there were still one or two surprises for me.
I thought Foley captured the setting of the story really well, and liked the sense of conflict running between the locals and the rich family at the Manor. There is a really strong sense of atmosphere throughout the story, such that all in all this had me engaged from start to finish.
Blue Owl Reads –
Lucy Foley’s Midnight Feast is a masterful blend of mystery and thriller tropes set against the eerie backdrop of an isolated manor. The story is rich with psychological twists and turns, anchored by a cold case and dark past that ensnare all the characters by the end. Foley’s latest novel does not disappoint; it begins with a murder and intricately weaves together the who and the why throughout its pages.
The book features a large cast of characters, each with a distinctive voice and crucial role in the narrative. Bella’s journal entries provide a deeper understanding of some characters from their youth, highlighting how some people never change but only become better at hiding their true nature. The villain in this tale is particularly captivating, exuding a sense of entitlement and delusion that makes for compelling reading.
The story unfolds with numerous mysterious layers, some predictable but many surprising, leading to great twists and a satisfying ending. The small-town vibes and subtle supernatural undertones enhance the sense of unease that pervades the novel. Foley’s writing is both atmospheric and character-driven, making every moment of the book engaging.
I highly recommend Midnight Feast to anyone who enjoys a well-crafted mystery thriller.
Angie –
Lucy foley books are 50/50 for me. I enjoyed the location setting of this one
Alyssa Riphon –
I’m a huge fan of Lucy Foley’s books. Her chapters jump from characters and timelines but eventually it all ties in. She keeps me guessing until the last pages (although this time I did figure it out a few chapters before she revealed it.) This book had me staying up way past my bedtime to keep reading . If you enjoyed her other books, you’ll love this one too.
Cassie T. –
Lucy Foley does not disappoint. I have enjoyed all of her books, they have a perfect mix of intrigue, mystery, real characters, and drama. If you are a hard-core mystery/thriller reader, this may be on the “lighter” side for you. It is a quick read and always entertaining.
Vanessa Booked Up –
4.5 Stars!
This author never ceases to amaze me with her words, her plots, and her characters.
“Because when you’ve behaved for this long, it feels so good to be a little bad.”
Lucy Foley does it again with this eerie and enchanting story that is White Lotus meets Nine Perfect Strangers.
It’s the summer solstice and a posh new resort is having their inauguration under the trees – The Manor. But what many of the guests do not know is that there are secrets in these woods.
Told in multiple POVs between the present and the past, including the old journal of a young girl, the truth about what once happened in these woods begins to uncover.
Once I started this book, I was immediately pulled in. We have Eddie who works at the resort, a sweet an innocent 19-year old kid. There’s the “founder,” Franchesca, and the characters in her POV were truly brilliant because you can immediately tell just how unhinged she is. There are also the Architect, the mystery guest, and a whole slew of employees who also live on the outskirts of the forest.
But before the night is over, there’s a fire, and a body is found.
I loved the past and present and how ALL the connections started to unfold. And the presence of the forest itself was so well done that I could see it like a movie in my head. This is a perfect summer thriller. It took me a tiny bit to get into it and I don’t think I loved it as much as The Guest List and The Paris Apartment but those were absolute FAVES of mine and will be hard to beat!
“Because the Birds are like nature. And nature always finds a way.”
Alyssa Riphon –
I thought this because Lucy Foley is one of my favorite authors. This book was good and kept my interest, but I thought The Guest List was better.
Marissa Wilda-Larson –
I am a psychological thriller gal through and through and The Midnight Feast ticked all my boxes.
I loved the setting – both the manor itself and the time of year, at the very height of summer. The characters were interesting and varied, and the shift between the different POVs – as well as the different timelines – was expertly done. I’m a sucker for multiple timelines and how the past influences the present, and the way it was used here to peel back layers and reveal twists was superb. I was kicking myself at times when I realised who some people were…
The pacing was spot on; I couldn’t stop reading. Yes, until midnight. Past midnight. Unfortunately without any feast though.
I hated Lucy Foley’s first book The Hunting Party (gave it one star due to poor writing, stereotypical characters, and a weak plot). I enjoyed her second novel The Guest List (four stars with a great twist). Unfortunately I’ve not yet read The Paris Apartment, but I’m going to go and read it now because The Midnight Feast demonstrates how far she’s come as a writer. LOVED it. Thank you Lucy!