Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun is Elle Cosimano's third book in her Finlay Donovan series. I found this book to be just okay - I don't think I enjoyed it as much as the first two - but with that being said - I typically lose interest in series over time (not just this one) I do enjoy Finlay and Vero - they make for a fun book - and these books are great for when you need a fun, light read. I read a lot of mystery, thriller, etc and some of them can be a bit dark but sometimes you just want a quick read with quirky fun characters and this series fits that bill! Thank you for my copy of this book in exchange for my honest review - I did end up purchasing the audiobook and it is very well narrated,

Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun is the third book in this series and I can honestly say, I have enjoyed each one! Finlay is a perfectly realistic character, filled with equal parts determination, humor and flaws. The 'just a touch' hint of romance and humorous antics Finlay gets into is a PERFECT mix for the thrilling mystery Finlay tries to figure out. Vero is the perfect side character and probably my favorite character period, to be honest. I loved learning more about Vero's history in this book. Overall word for Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun - PERFECT.

I absolutely love this series! Finlay is hilarious and I can’t get enough of her shenanigans! This is the perfect balance of mystery, comedy, and romance. I got my parents to read this series and they also love it.

I have been loving the Finlay Donovan series and this book was no exception. The story is both hilarious and tense, sexy and heartwarming, ridiculous while keeping me on the edge of my seat.

My only qualms about this one is that, at this point, the twists and turns and unlikely events are feeling excessive and sometimes drawn out. One book was fun, two was a good story, three is starting to feel a bit much, and there’s a 4th on the way! I’m shocked by that but also excited, because I’m invested in the story and i want to see where it ends. I’m just starting to feel like it needs to end before this becomes too dragged out.

Finlay and Vero are back!! I honestly think they are my favourite duo, what can’t they accomplish together?

“Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun” is the third book in the series and a great continuation of the story. I was sucked in and had a hard time putting it down. I truly love this world that Elle Cosimano has created and I am so excited that there is more to come! 🩵

I don’t want to talk too much about the plot so I don’t give anything away for anyone who hasn’t started the series, but I would happily bet that if you haven’t read it yet, you must and you will LOVE it! These books are fun murder mysteries with such likeable characters and unique plots!

This is probably my least favorite in the series just because it is so unrealistic. Finlay had unrealistic moments in the other novels, but this one was just over the top. I had to take a break from reading this and read another book before trying again. After I got back into Finlay, it did become more engaging. However, I think Feliks needs to be done with and Finlay should have a new “accidental murder” plot line to follow. I did like the ending of this book, and I really enjoyed Nick this time. This book also really explores a lot of the cop characters more in depth. I still give it a 4 because I liked the character development and the ending at the police academy. I am excited for the next book in the series.

This series really started out strong! Unfortunately, my interest and the entertainment level waned with each book. The characters just didn't feel as interesting, and the story fell flat with this one.

And we are back for the third installment of outlandish adventures of Finlay and Vero!!! This duo cracks me up as they cannot seem to keep their noses clean no matter how hard they try!! Be sure to enjoy this one before #4 comes out!


Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I LOVED the first finlay-- liked the second one a lot less and this one was just a little bit of a bummer. I think I've burned myself out on it. I'm sure everyone else will love this one but it's not for me.

Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun by Elle Cosimano

Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun is the next installment (#3) in the Finlay Donovan series. I enjoyed reading this book as Finlay tracks down the identity of a killer who goes by EasyClean. It's a "light" book with lots of laughs thrown in the mix. Definitely check it out if you've read the previous two books!

I love this series and huge fan of Fi Kay as a character. Each book is outlandish but super entertaining.

This third installment of the Finlay Donovan series was my favorite so far. I absolutely love this series and all the characters.

I’m pretty sure Vero is my favorite as she has such a great personality and her humor is on point with mine. I loved how this one dealt deeper into her past and exposed a softer side to her that hasn’t completely been seen in the other two books.

This time Finlay and Vero find themselves at a newly developed Citizens Police Academy all under the ruse of more book research. Tensions are high and plenty of action and hijinks ensue as these two just try and make it thru the week.

Thank you to netgalley and Minotaur books for this gifted copy in exchange for my honest review.

"Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun" is the third in Elle Cosimano's Finlay Donovan series. I've enjoyed each book in this series, and the third was no exception. Like the previous books, this one had a lot of hijinks, adventure, humor, and romance. It requires a lot of suspension of disbelief, but for me, the characters are engaging enough that I don't mind going on a wild (sometimes unrealistically whacky) ride with Finlay, Vero, Nick, Georgia, and other returning characters.

These books are so fun. Finlay and Vero are back at it again and to great delight. I actually could do with less romance in these but all around good fun. Quick reads and I always the elements of female friendship.

Another sensational hit with our main girl, Finlay Donovan! Just about as much no -stop craziness as the first two books in the series, Finlay and Vero are the dynamic duo back again, except this time taking on a Russian mob boss. Another adventure where the twists and turns keep you guessing! You won’t want to put this one down.

Fun but not as fun as the first. Finley finds herself in these silly predicaments and the laughs follow.

I was so lucky to receive an early copy of Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun by Elle Cosimano from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review and opinion. I absolutely LOVE this series and cleared my night so I could start this immediately. I will say as much as I love this series this was not my 'favorite' book so far. It was good and there were lots of laughs, etc but I felt like it just didn't gain as much traction as her other books. Knowing the ending was a cliff hanger we know book #4 isn't far away and like always, I can't wait to read it!

Finlay really is out here on these adventures. Well meaning and poorly executed is clearly her motto, although she does manage to get the job done.

I have been struggling with this series since the first book and there are probably a lot of reasons for that. Firstly, I am not a huge series person, especially when it comes to mysteries. I am finding it more and more difficult to suspend my disbelief. Secondly, Finlay has become more frustrating as the series goes on and I am not invested in her romances. And lastly, it's become too over the top for me. This is definitely a me thing though because I also loved season one of Dead to Me and then couldn't get through season two. I will be interested to see what the author writes outside of this series because I like her ideas!

The first two Finlay Donovan books were stellar, quick and bright and hilarious. The third lagged a bit and I fell out of reading it (twice), but I am happy I hung in there and finally completed it. I not so patiently await whichever adventures may be next.