The Midnight Feast: A Novel

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Last update: 01-07-2025


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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

“A deliciously juicy, smartly paced blend of folk horror, psychological thriller, and social satire… Thoroughly satisfying.”–AirMail

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


Top reviews from the United States

  • Madelyn M. Decollibus
    5.0 out of 5 stars Foley’s best one yet
    Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2024
    I really enjoyed this one. The use of folklore added a special touch. The different timelines were well crafted and unlike some, I didn’t find it confusing. There seems to be a theme of “rich people bashing” in Foley’s work but she’s a gifted writer and you go along for the ride.
  • Vanessa Booked Up
    4.0 out of 5 stars An Eerie and Enchanting Thriller!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2024
    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."
  • BeckyW01
    3.0 out of 5 stars 3.5 stars - decent story with flaws
    Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2024
    I've read several Lucy Foley books and was excited to pre-order this one. There is a good story under there, but it was hard to get into and hard to follow. I didn't really get into it until about the 1/3rd mark. There were a lot of characters in both the past and the present, and I had a hard time keeping them all straight. Arguably the main character, Francesca, was too much of a caricature to be believable. There was a hint early on that she sexually abused her husband, but the thread was dropped and never picked up again. The husband's character development also did not make sense to me. it seemed like his character did whatever was convenient for the storyline.

    There were some loose threads that stayed loose, including some fairly important things. The twists, though - those were impressive. About 60% of the way through the book, I remember thinking that I could see the ending coming a mile away; I was very wrong. I do wish the twists had been spread out more than they were; they were all jammed into like the same 20 pages at the end. I particularly enjoyed the resolution of the area's folklore.

    It felt like the editor let things slide more than usual since Lucy Foley has been around for a while now. I'll definitely read her next book, but this will one was not my favorite.
  • Blue Owl Reads
    5.0 out of 5 stars I highly recommend Midnight Feast to anyone who enjoys a well-crafted mystery thriller.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2024
    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.
  • Jessica R. M. Williams
    4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of suspense and amazing setting
    Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2024
    I loved Foley's book - The Guest List - which I devoured really quickly. Every aspect of that book was thoroughly enjoyable, from the setting of that book to the mystery itself. Unfortunately, when I've tried to read the author's other books, I've struggled and found them rather lackluster. Which leads me to The Midnight Feast. I read the reviews and decided to give it a chance - and I wasn't disappointed.

    I love the setting of the book as well as the mystery which is tied to the pagan folklore of the area. There are quite a few characters, but we get to know them rather quickly which is helpful. Overall - an easy read, but really unique in many ways which made it all the more engaging. I highly recommend!

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