I’d say Lucy Foley is one of our best contemporary authors.

Skillful.

For me this book was very good, but not “great“.

Most people consider The Guest List (2020) to be better.

She’s moved from historical fiction to “mysteries” over her career.

Midnight Feast is her 2024 book.

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. …

This story is told over 3 time frames, yet isn’t confusing. She did that well.

Chapters are told from the first person point of view of a number of characters. This worked, keeping a somewhat complicated plot from getting mixed up.

It includes (possibly) a supernatural element. Also good.

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