Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel
novel · First published 2026
Author guide
Lucy Foley Books in Order
Lucy Foley studied English literature at Durham University and University College London. She worked as a fiction editor before becoming a full-time novelist. Her career began with historical fiction, including The Book of Lost and Found, The Invitation, and Last Letter from Istanbul, before turning to contemporary mystery thrillers such as The Hunting Party, The Guest List, The Paris Apartment, and The Midnight Feast. She is also the co-author of the forthcoming Miss Marple mystery Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel.
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The Book of Lost and Found
Chronological starting point and an introduction to Foley's historical fiction.
The Hunting Party
A natural starting point for Foley's contemporary mystery and thriller novels.
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Books by series
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New Miss Marple Mysteries
A series of new standalone mysteries featuring Agatha Christie's Miss Marple, written by contemporary authors.
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Book 1 · novel · 2026
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Novels (7)
- The Book of Lost and Found
novel · 2015
"Kate Darling's enigmatic mother-- a once famous ballerina-- has passed away, leaving Kate bereft. When her grandmother falls ill and bequeaths to Kate a small portrait of a woman who bears a striking resemblance to Kate's mother, Kate…
- The Invitation
novel · 2016
A sultry love story set along the Italian Riviera about a beautiful young socialite desperate to hide her past and a journalist with his own dark secrets who is determined to save her.
- Last Letter from Istanbul
novel · 2018
*Also look out for Lucy Foley’s Sunday Times bestselling crime debut, THE HUNTING PARTY, available to buy now.* ‘This will sweep you away for the summer. Lucy Foley blends a rich history, haunting secrets and a timeless love story’ Santa…
- The Hunting Party
novel · 2018
THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “My favorite kind of whodunit, kept me guessing all the way through, and reminiscent of Agatha Christie at her best -- with an extra dose of acid.” -- Alex Michaelides, author of the #1 New York Times…
- The Guest List
novel · 2020
The bride ‧ The plus one ‧ The best man ‧ The wedding planner ‧ The bridesmaid ‧ The body On an island off the coast of Ireland, guests gather to celebrate two people joining their lives together as one. The groom: handsome and charming,…
- The Paris Apartment
novel · 2022
Jess needs a fresh start. She’s broke and alone, and she’s just left her job under less than ideal circumstances. Her half-brother Ben didn’t sound thrilled when she asked if she could crash with him for a bit, but he didn’t say no, and…
- The Midnight Feast
novel · 2024
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…
Frequently asked questions about Lucy Foley
Who is Lucy Foley?
Lucy Foley is a British novelist whose work spans historical fiction and contemporary mystery thrillers. She is known for atmospheric crime novels.
What did Lucy Foley do before becoming a full-time author?
She studied English literature at Durham University and University College London, then worked for several years as a fiction editor before writing full-time.
Which writers influenced Lucy Foley?
Agatha Christie is a major influence on Foley. She has specifically drawn on Christie’s confined and remote settings when developing her own murder mysteries.
What awards has Lucy Foley won?
The Guest List won Goodreads’ 2020 Readers’ Favorite Mystery & Thriller award.
What is Lucy Foley’s writing style?
Foley writes atmospheric, psychologically driven mysteries that combine contemporary suspense with classic crime-fiction conventions, often using isolated settings and ensemble casts.
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