Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. I adore Finlay and she is back! This book finished with lots of questions left unanswered and I'm so excited to see what the next book holds.

I originally borrowed the Finlay Donovan series from the library, but I loved it so much that I just had to get my own copies—thanks to NetGalley for making that possible! Finlay's adventures are such a perfect mix of humor, suspense, and charm, and I can't get enough of her. We absolutely adore Finlay and her chaotic, crime-solving life!

I really enjoyed this book. It kept me engaged and it only took a few days to read. I think this is going to be a good book club option for several clubs. I plan recommending to my book friends and I look forward to reading more by this author.

There’s nothing I don’t love about this series - it reminds me a bit like an updated Stephanie Plum series. I love how relatable the characters are - especially Finlay. She’s not perfect — in fact, more often than not she’s struggling through something with her ex, her kids or her conscience - but going through her tribulations with her makes us root for her more. I’ve enjoyed each entry in this series and can’t wait for more.

Is anyone else getting "Stephanie Plum with way worse luck but a much better support system" vibes? Just me?

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book as part of promo for the release of Finlay Donovan Digs Her own grave. This is such a fun and fresh series and I can’t wait to see what happens next!

LOVED this book. Knocked half a star off because of a few GD curse words I don’t prefer. Other than that, loved if.
Great character development & great ending! I’m excited for the next one!

Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead by Elle Cosimano
This was another fun one!
Finlay is struggling to come up with her next story, the deadline is looming and she’s stumped. She still has her live in nanny and confidant, Vero, but Vero is acting a little off these days. Finlay’s ex is being a pain and it seems someone may want him dead. Just living her everyday chaos, Finaly gets pushed closer to the mob than she wants to be. She’s trying to keep her ex alive and builds her next story on her pure crazy life experiences. There’s still the dilemma of the hot cop or the hot attorney - in both her book and her real life.
This was another great book! I really enjoy the characters, especially the interaction between Finlay and Vero. In this one the reader is introduced to more characters, including Finlay’s family. There’s a twist at the end! 4/5⭐️

I am loving the Finlay Donovan books.

If you are a fan of Stephanie Plum/Janet Evanovich, you will love these as well.

So much fun dialogue, crazy situations, roll your eyes lovable characters.
Do yourself a favor; snuggle in with this series.

I love this series! It is cozy, hilarious, and has twists and turns. It is so fun to continue on the journey. This wasn’t as good as the first but still a very good sequel. Can’t wait to read more!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and SMP for an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Finlay Donovan is back at it again in book two of the Finlay Donovan series. This is a new adventure that was triggered in the previous book which I liked, it made it just feel like one longer-ish book. Finlay and Vero find out there is a threat against her ex-husband and have to take action to try to solve the mystery before something happens to him.

I loved book 1 so I knew to expect that this one would possibly fall short- they can't all be literally perfect) but it was also funny, and action packed. I had a few issues with some of the annoying parts of certain characters were simply expanded on which made them more annoying. I'm having a difficult time liking Vero and that stinks since she is such an important part of the story. But the writing is top notch and the humor from the other characters more than makes up for it.

I will absolutely be continuing this series.

This very quickly has become one of my favorite series! It’s hilarious and the situations these two find themselves in is highly entertaining!

Elle Cosimano’s Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead is the second installment in the Finlay Donovan series. This story is just as good as the first one, if not better. Finlay and her cast of characters are perfect. The antics between the nanny and her Finlay's ex husband are hilarious This installment delivers another whirlwind of suspense, humor, and chaos that keeps readers laughing while biting their nails.
This fast-paced, novel combines part mystery, part crime and part comedy, all wrapped up in the messy life of Finlay Donovan, a struggling writer and somehow an accidental murder for hire.. Finlay Donovan is back, and her life hasn’t gotten any easier. she is still juggling single motherhood, managing the antics of her nanny, a writer struggling to write her next installment of her book series. This installment finds Finlay trying to figure out who is trying to kill her ex husband. Determined to protect her kids' father (despite his flaws) and keep herself out of further trouble, Finlay and her nanny Vero find themselves in increasingly absurd situations as they uncover secrets, dodge danger, and try to survive one mishap after another. You can't help but root for them. Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead is a wildly entertaining sequel that proves Elle Cosimano’s knows what she is doing. If you are a fan of Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum series or anyone looking for a fun, laugh-out-loud, and suspenseful escape. Finlay Donovan is a star, and I can’t wait to see what trouble she gets into next!

The second book in the series follows Finlay and Vero as they get themselves in deeper with the mob while trying to figure out who has put a hit out on Finlay’s ex-husband, Steven, as well as who Easy Clean is and why they are so eager in trying to accept the hit job. Finlay must also keep Officer Nick at arms reach so she doesn’t get caught, and because she isn’t quite ready to let him in her life. We also get more insight into Vero’s life and the secrets she has tried to leave behind her. The book is easy to read and follow but keeps your attention. I have listened to this in audiobook format and really loved the narrator, the slight voice changes for characters, and the pacing. I also like the cover art for this book!

I was so excited about this series, I immediately dove into this second one as soon as I had finished the first. I’m in awe at how the author just weaves all these things together, and how our heroines get out of all their jams. This one was just as much fun as the first, and I am wondering just how Finley is going to get out of this latest jam, what’s up with Vero, and now that Finley is…well, read this one and find out. I’m off to read the next one as soon as I’m done with this one. Highly recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.

Thank you to the author, NetGalley, and publisher for the 48 hour access to the series!

*Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead* is the thrilling and hilarious fourth book in the series, and it absolutely delivers! Elle Cosimano continues to weave together humor, suspense, and heart in a way that keeps you glued to the page from start to finish.

In this installment, Finlay finds herself in the middle of another chaotic mess—this time involving a real murder mystery that seems to hit much too close to home. As always, her life is a whirlwind of misadventures, from her ever-complicated relationship with Nick to her attempts at navigating the craziness that comes with being a single mom and accidental amateur detective. But what really stands out in this book is Finlay’s growth. She’s learning to balance her personal and professional life while still making questionable decisions that lead to hilarious and high-stakes situations.

The plot is packed with unexpected twists, edge-of-your-seat moments, and laugh-out-loud scenes. Cosimano masterfully keeps you guessing while throwing in those perfect comedic touches that make this series such a gem. The dynamic between Finlay and Vero is stronger than ever, and their banter is, as usual, one of the highlights of the book. I also loved seeing Finlay’s relationship with Nick evolve, adding a layer of warmth and genuine emotion to the mix of chaos.

If you love fun, fast-paced mysteries with a quirky and lovable lead, *Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead* is a must-read. Cosimano knows how to keep a series fresh and exciting, and this book is no exception. I can’t wait to see what Finlay gets into next! Highly recommend!

Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead is the second book in the Finlay Donovan series. This book follows Finlay and Vero as they try to figure out who has put a hit on Finlay's ex husband, Steve, and who is the assassin that is trying to kill Steve.

You know a love triangle is well written when you as a reader are indecisive on which love interest you are rooting for. Last book I was team law and this book I was more team order. I love that Finlay no matter what is an independent woman but I love her banter with Julian and Nick, the relationship she has with them are both very different but I always feel drawn to both stories and rooting at different parts for one more than the other, but this keeps switching so we shall see where the series takes me.

Finlay and Vero are such an amazing team and their friendship is amazing, I love the way they bicker like an old married couple but their relationship feels more like a sisterhood then just a friendship.

This book like the first one was a fast easy read and it was so hard to put it down. I cannot wait to see where the next book of the series will take us.

Thank you NetGalley and Elle Cosimano for making this book available as a read now on NetGalley and giving me a chance to binge on this series.

And she did it again,

I devored the second book in one sitting.

I'm on to the third book right now.

I may have liked this one even more! The suspense is upped from book 1 but it kept the lightheartedness. On to book 3! Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

Finlay Donovan continues, this time trying to figure out who is trying to kill her ex-husband while keeping everything from her hot cop boyfriend. Oh, and she needs to submit a manuscript to her editor as always. Finlay again is captivating, with every page holding your attention. Absolutely recommend this series always!