Lucy Foley

Bestselling author Lucy Foley joins the conversation, sharing intriguing insights about her latest thriller, The Midnight Feast. She reveals the real-life inspirations for her atmospheric settings and discusses her fascination with unlikable characters. Foley also dives into the blending of horror and justice in modern murder mysteries, highlighting societal tensions in rural landscapes. With humor emerging in her character dialogues, she reflects on her writing journey from historical fiction to thrillers, influenced by her favorite authors.

Lucy Foley, an international best-selling author known for her gripping murder mysteries, discusses her latest novel, 'The Midnight Feast'. She shares insights on the atmospheric Dorset coast that inspired her story and explores the intriguing theme of folk horror. The conversation reveals her creative approach to early plot reveals and the balance of humor and critique concerning the super-rich. Foley also reflects on the complexities of her characters and the challenge of crafting a modern Miss Marple while staying true to Agatha Christie's legacy.