Unforunately couldn't give feedback as there was a technical error in relation to the audiobook so like others, wasn't able to listen. I will try and seek it out elsewhere.

🎧 Review 4 ⭐️

Sourced from elsewhere, as like others I could not download the file.

The Midnight Feast is a beautifully dark mystery/thriller of revenge, full of secrets, lies with a cast of formidable characters and set in the depths of the Dorset countryside.

A multi character narration which was superb and completely enhanced the reading/listening experience.

Although a bit slow to start, the story gathered pace and I was engrossed.

I loved the setting of the secluded Manor Hotel, with lodges surrounded by forest which brought atmosphere and edge to create the perfect backdrop for the Midnight Feast for Summer Solstice.

I would definitely recommend the audiobook.

Couldn’t download no matter what I tried. Requesting from library and will review on platforms then

Thank you so much anyway xxx

I have been unable to download the adiobook to listen to it and having contacted the NetGalley team they suggested to just try again, but there is still no option to download. I have seen others in the review section having the same issues so I am hopeful it will be fixed closer to the release date perhaps.

I couldn't listen to the audiobook because I wasn't given the option to download or even play it. I don’t really get why I was accepted for it in the first place. It's a shame. I also reached out to the NetgalleySupport, but they never got back to me, so I couldn't get any help.

Because of all this, I can’t really leave a review.

The Midnight Feast - Lucy Foley

I have read a couple of other books by this author and was really pleased to be able to listen to this one as an audiobook. I thought the story was really well paced and narrated excellently, I loved the characters and their backstories. I also thought that the writing was very atmospheric. I raced through the book and look forward to reading more from this author in the future. Many thanks to HarperCollins UK Audio for the chance to give my honest thoughts

Since I really enjoyed the Paris Apartment I was looking forward to listening to the new Lucy Foley book!
This time we find ourselves in an old, historic estate, transformed into a luxury wellness hotel by Francesca Meadows, the granddaughter of the original owners.
Francesca’s made it into a high-end retreat, but the locals aren’t thrilled about it. Strange events start happening around the property.

The story is told from multiple perspectives, keeping the story fresh and engaging. It also moves back and forth in time, especially as a woman from Francesca’s past shows up at the Manor’s opening weekend. She’s determined to reveal all of Francesca’s dark secrets.

The audiobook is narrated d by Roly Botha; Laurence Dobiesz; Joe Eyre; Tuppence Middleton; Sarah Slimani and although I usually prefer a one-person-narration it worked perfect for this story!

Thank you #NetGalley # HarperCollins for this audiobook

The narrators are the best part of this audiobook. Really bringing the characters to life.
The changing timelines and different POV make it difficult to follow at times but the characters are quite distinct.
The setting and the summer solstice give the folklore and birds a big part in the story.

I received a free review copy from the publisher in exchange for my honest unedited feedback.

Ohhh, this was a fast twisty ride! I love Lucy Foley’s books, so was over the moon when I received an ALC.

Short chapters, multiple POVs and duel timeliness kept me guessing right to the end. There were some surprising twists, clever plotting and atmospheric scenery ensuring a totally entertaining read.

Full cast of narrators - Roly Botha; Laurence Dobiesz; Joe Eyre; Tuppence Middleton; Sarah Slimani were fantastic and made for a bingeable listen.

Huge thanks to HarperCollins UK and NetGalley for my ALC -I loved it!

The Midnight Feast is a dual timeline, multi POV mystery thriller surrounding the opening weekend of a brand new luxury retreat set against the wild Dorset coastline where tragedy strikes over a fifteen year long secret. The story is also infused with a folklore element surrounding 'The Birds' and is set around the Summer Solstice.

I was so excited to read this book as I have previously enjoyed The Guest L:ist and The Hunting Party by the same author however I found myself extremely disappointed by this book. I thought the setting was very promising and I usually love reading about rich people's drama so the premise should have been right up my street. The pacing was great initially and for the first 100 pages or so I was very immersed in the book and thought this could be a 4+ star read. The cast of narrators all had very clear voices and I liked that multiple narrators made it very easy to differentiate between the different characters.

However I found a lot of the plot twists to be frankly ridiculous and by the end I found the sheer number of convenient coincidences laughable. Additionally I felt the book lost all momentum for the middle 200 pages and it really seemed to drag on particularly with the constant shifting between timelines and POVs. This book is advertised as being a mystery thriller so I was slightly puzzled as to why the folklore element was included as it shifted the book to be more fantastical which isn't what I signed up for.

Overall this was sadly another disappointment following on from The Paris Apartment and I think Lucy Foley's writing style is maybe losing it's touch for me.

Another great release from Foley! Atmospheric, chilling and full of suspense. I loved the folklore elements and dark woodland tales. This made for such great spooky autumn reading.

I usually love reading books by Lucy Foley, but this one didn’t grab me. I think listening to it didn’t work for me, it’s very back and forth and there is loads happening. It’s a slow burn read with good writing. The characters were interesting and did enjoy them.

I listened to the audiobook and the narrators read well, prompted each character well. A 3.5 read.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for a copy.

I really enjoyed this audio book it had me hooked from the start. Nice narration well thought out plot look forward to more by this author

A new thriller with multiple narratives weaved expertly by Lucy Foley.

The beginning felt a bit rough to me. The different voices were very difficult to care about at the beginning and there were too many. And, honestly, how many times will she do the same storyline of working class vs posh at an event? This had the same vibes as The Guest List (which I did really enjoy!)

But, I decided to stick with it and, well, she does it all very well! By the end I was riveted and couldn't stop. Really enjoyed the ending and finding out how every seemingly disparate character was entwined with each other.

I can really recommend the audiobook too, the cast of voice actors did a great job!

While it was an entertaining read, it didn't quite blow me away. The story takes place in a lavish, isolated mansion where friends gather for a fancy celebration. As the night goes on, secrets start coming to light, and things turn deadly.

The Midnight Feast leans into the locked-room mystery trope with multiple POVs and unreliable narrators. This combo is my fave part of the book, and I thought it created a decent amount of suspense - I do love a good guessing game. In saying that, some of the twists didn't quite hit the mark and if you’ve read Foley’s other books, this one might feel a bit familiar.

While it didn't entirely work for me, I always recommend trying a book for yourself.

The Midnight Feast follows the story of our protagonist Francesca as she opens her new exclusive wellness retreat “The Manor” in her hometown of Tome on the Dorset coastline.

She dreams of a relaxed, boujee curated experience for her guests which will bring in the big bucks; however it’s clear from the start that The Birds have other plans.

The story is told from multiple POVs, along a dual timeline, with a snappy page turning pace. Full of suspenseful horror like moments and multiple twists, it’s an easy book to binge. However, at times I felt it was a little over complicated in places and lacking in depth in others.

I switched between the audio and kindle version and found myself a lot more engrossed in the audio. The narrator did a fantastic job at building tension throughout.

Overall, another enjoyable and tense locked room mystery from Foley but definitely not my favourite.

3.5/5

It s open weekend at the Manor. The manor is by the beach and surrounded by woods. Two bodies are found all whilst the manor behind them is burning. I will say the one downside of this book is the that the timeline is all over the place

The story was somewhat predictable and uninspiring. It had its moments of entertainment, but it didn't stand out. Nevertheless, it provided a comfortable and pleasant reading experience, making it perfect for a relaxing coffee break.

As a huge fan of Lucy Foley's writing, I was so excited to receive an advanced copy of THE MIDNIGHT FEAST audiobook in exchange for my honest review. A big thank you to the author, NetGalley, and the publishers, HarperCollins UK Audio | HarperCollins.

THE MIDNIGHT FEAST was a lot of fun - I really enjoyed the multiple narrators (both as characters and in the audiobook) and thought the multiple POV translated really well to audio! This had lots of surprising twists and interesting developments throughout, with characters you root for and others you come to root against. I'd definitely recommend this for fans of Foley's work and anyone interested in a fun, dark, gripping thriller.

This was a fun, easy read which fell a tad short when it came to suspense and thrills. I enjoyed the variety of POV’s and while not all of the characters were liable I did have a clear understanding of their motives. I also loved the setting, an exclusive country retreat, which offered glamour and a touch of isolation.

However, the main plot didn’t quite live up to the setup. The story was predictable and easy to guess , the mystery element felt weak and it was lacking an element of danger. This book has the same easy to read and immersive setting as other Lucy Foley books but it wouldn’t be the first one I’d recommend.

This book worked particularly well as an audiobook, with multiple narrators that did a great job of bringing each character to life.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.