3 stars- this was okay.

Thank you Netgalley, the author, and Minotaur Books for the #ARC in return for an honest review!

I think that this was just okay. It had some decent parts and then some other parts that I just did not care for in regard to the whole series. I am not sure if I will continue reading this series.

What did I like/what to expect?
👍🏼vegas vibes
👍🏼quick paced
👍🏼romance aspects
👍🏼murder mystery
👍🏼the banter between Vero and Finlay is always a blast. Its funny and I could see why they are besties.

What could have been better?
👎🏼very repetitive... I feel like there were a lot of filler words and sections that just did not matter to the story.
👎🏼there is just too many issues and things going on that it keeps getting more and more dramatic and unbelievable

Once again, writer Finlay Donovan finds herself in a pickle with the mob, and she and her sidekick nanny are heading off to Atlantic City to straighten things out. I have enjoyed all of the books in the Finlay Donovan series, but I do feel like they're getting more outlandish and slapstick with each new installment. I love the characters, and the dialogue is always entertaining, but I find myself repeatedly shaking my head over the choices the main characters make. I'd like to think they're smarter than that. With that said, it's still a fun read, and I will continue to recommend this series.

I love being in Finlay's world - the laughs, the insane situations she finds herself in, and of course the sexy boyfriend cop! While not actually similar on paper, I think I really enjoy this series the same way I absolutely adore Only Murders in the Building - it doesn't take itself too seriously even though the storyline revolves around murders. The dynamic within the book is so enjoyable, and the characters are equally loveable and irritating - but in such an entertaining way!

* I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley. Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for this book. All thoughts are my own.

3.5 stars

I love Finlay! She’s absolutely one of my favorite characters and it ~kills~ me every time she gets herself into situations. I just unfortunately found this one a little less interesting than the rest of the series. I think I just liked the accidental murders more than her popping back and forth to the casino with the already dead bodies. I did think her mom was a hoot and obvi Vero was still a blast. Stephen was super annoying and I sort of get why he was included (to watch the kids) but I didn’t care about him in the slightest. I do wish there was a bit more Nick!!!

I do recommend the series, as mentioned this book just wasn’t my favorite one.

Thank you Netgalley, Minotaur Books and Elle Cosimano.
What a pleasure to read this series, I love Finlay and Vero's friendship, crazy adventures and family.
They make me laugh, easy read.
I will continue in the series.
4 stars

There’s just something about this series! I love the chaos, the humor, the friendship, and the mess that Finlay keeps managing to get herself into! The story lines are far fetched but that’s what makes this series so fun to read! I can’t wait for the next book!

This is a series that just keeps getting better. I'm going to aim to avoid spoilers if you haven't started book one BUT if you haven't started book 1 you should!

This is the story of a mom who is an author, freshly divorced, and just hired a live-in nanny. She's discussing her latest book idea with her agent at a Panera. Little did she know, the woman sitting next to them misunderstands and thinks they are planning a murder. She swiftly requests Finlay kill her husband in a small note she passes her and leaves the restaurant. That is the hilarious and witty start to book 1!

Now, here we are, 3 books later and I'm still loving the series! In this 4th installment, we get to know Vero so much more. We get to see Steven come to some realizations and Finlay really fight for her independence and her kids. It's really great to see the character development, growth, and to still laugh out loud to the silly moments of the stories! I can't wait for the next one (coming out in 2025!!)

A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.

Finlay and Vero are back! I am a big fan of this series. Book 3 was a bust but book 4 is back with the banter, action, tension, and mystery elements I love about this series!

The two girls plan a trip to Atlantic City for a girls weekend and to negotiate a deal with a dangerous loak shark, save Javi, and look for a stolen car. Finlay's ex, Steven, and her mother also insist on coming along for the ride too.

I love Elle's writing and her banter and dialogue between Finlay and Vero are some of my favorites between a detective duo. The mysteries are also fun but I've been sticking with this series for their friendship and hijinks!

This was a fun addition to the Finlay Donovan adventures! Characters have stayed true to their nature throughout the series and I look forward to more!

Elle Cosimano did it again. She was able to capture Finlay Donovan's adventures and shenanigans. Fast paced novel with Finlay as the main character that can't stay out of trouble.

I love a good mystery! I could have done without the ex drama but it did add to the mix! I love the type of relationship she has with her mother and friends. The storyline was easy to follow.

This was my first Finley Donovan book, but def won't be the last! The background information given was great and didn't make me feel that I needed the other books.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read and review an advanced copy of this novel. I highly enjoyed it and will be recommending it to others. Excellent series.

4.5!! Omg this one was SO much fun, and the exactly amount of absurdness and finlay/vero mess around. It felt like the series was back on track :)

While the first book is still my favorite, I'm loving following Finlay and Vero on their ridiculous adventures. This book is great if you need something a bit lighter or just want something fun to read.

This was probably my least favorite of the Finlay Donovan series, however, it was still SO funny and enjoyable!

I truly never tire from the banter between Vero and Finlay. They are such an incredibly hilarious duo that I feel like can get through anything no matter how ridiculous or life threatening. I will always read a book featuring them and I look forward to see how Finlay and Nick's relationship develop in future books.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this series. They are fun stories that you can get lost in. I adore Finlay and all the adventures and pickles she gets caught in. I cannot wait for the next book.

This series started out really fun. Now it's just getting repetitive. I think this will be my last, but it's been fun!

first of all, i appreciate finally and vero's relationship so much. they're hilarious sidekicks! book 4 made me love their relationship more! i loved the highlighted importance of family. and that it's ok to have some family chaos!! especially finlay's mom!! the mystery is wonderful. wish i had a friend to count on like vero

Easy to listen to on audiobook, but a bit predictable with the sequence of events and drama lining up the same as every other book in this series.