How Do I Read Lucy Foley Paperbacks And Audiobooks In Order?

Is there a definitive Lucy Foley reading guide? I'm diving into her thrilling mysteries, but unsure if each standalone novel connects or which releases came first.
2026-07-31 05:43:42
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EmilyFinn
EmilyFinn
Twist Chaser Consultant
Consider the length. 'The Hunting Party' is a bit shorter, I think. If you want a quicker win to see if you like her style, start there. The audiobook is also the shortest runtime. Then, if you're hooked, move to the longer, more intricate ones like 'The Midnight Feast'. It's a practical approach to investing your time.
2026-08-01 03:20:33
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ReidOrtiz
ReidOrtiz
Book Clue Finder Cashier
Practical tip: check your library's Libby or Hoopla. Mine has all the audiobooks available, so I didn't have to buy them. I listened to 'The Paris Apartment' first because it was available without a wait, then 'The Midnight Feast'. Zero confusion. The paperbacks are often on sale in supermarkets too. There's no wrong door into her stories; they're all about rich people behaving badly in isolated places. Just dive in.
2026-08-01 18:50:57
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MateoCole
MateoCole
Contributor Data Analyst
The only wrong way to read them is to not read them at all. Seriously, pick one. You'll probably finish it in a couple of sittings and immediately want another. Then you'll have your own personal order based on which one you crave next. Problem solved.
2026-08-02 10:55:31
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SoftTea
SoftTea
Plot Explainer UX Designer
I read them as they were published, so I didn't have a choice. Waiting for each new one was part of the fun. If you have them all available now, maybe mimic that by imposing a wait between them. Read one, then read a different genre, then come back for the next Foley. It'll prevent burnout on her formula.
2026-08-03 03:23:59
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PaxHill
PaxHill
Reviewer UX Designer
Think about your attention span. The multiple POVs and dual timelines can be tricky in audio if you get distracted. I listened to 'The Hunting Party' first and had to rewind a few times to keep the characters straight. Maybe start with the paperback for your first one to get used to her style, then switch to audio once you're familiar with how she structures a story. Or just use the PDF companion that comes with the audio; some platforms include it.
2026-08-05 00:31:48
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