Another installment in the Finlay Donovan series that was fun, light heartedly, and just a goofy time. It was a quick read, but probably not my favorite in the series. I am intrigued to see where this series is going to go now.

I swear this series will never get old to me. I love all of the characters so much and I laugh so hard while reading. And then you add in old Mrs. Haggerty to the antics and it was amazing. This is one series I can confidently say I'll never get bored of, which is saying a lot as I don't typically like series. Each book is so unique and different and that really adds to the enjoyment in reading them. That cliffhanger made me gasp though and now I'm impatiently waiting for the next book.

Another fun, adorable installment of the Finley Donovan series from Elle Cosimano! We’ve finally moved on from the Russian mob but now a body has turned up in the backyard of her nosy neighbor, Mrs. Haggerty. So of course, Finley and Vero get involved and the Lucy/Ethal, Thelma/Louise hijinks ensue. If you’re look for a fun mystery, don’t miss out on Finley Donovan!

I will continue to eat up this series even though it feels like it’s being dragged out unnecessarily. Finlay and Vero are my favorite duo. I have listened to the rest on audio so this was my first time reading a Finlay book physically, I was scared it would lose the magic but I was just as enthralled.

Is this series a little unnecessarily drawn out? Maybe. Will I continue to eat up every single book that is published? Absolutely.

This book was fun and I sped through it once the plot really got going. I’ll definitely be recommending these books to other readers! They are so fun

This is such a fun series! I loved this latest installment (in fact, this might be my favorite one so far) and I’m already looking forward to the next. I’ve listened to the entire series on audio and can’t recommend it enough.

Overall the Finlay Donovan books are quirky and pretty well written but I'm at the point with the series that I'm questioning if this book and any future additional are really necessary to the series. It's become a series where I'd have to be really in the mood to pick up the next book and it's not something I would immediately seek out and read. This isn't to say this specific book is bad or not enjoyable, but I think the series has run it's course. Otherwise I enjoyed this installment, I liked that we are following someone who up until this point has been a background character, so getting the additional time with her was great.

I love this series! It's so funny and just unhinged. It makes me laugh out loud all the time while reading. If you're in a reading slump, please try this series! It's just so good. I love the characters and the mayhem that seems to follow them.

I may age myself but Finlay Donovan is the answer to every girl in the aughts who read Aly Carter. I was extremely grateful to recieve the full series and couldn't finish them all fast enough.

This was a fantastic installment to the Finlay Donovan series. I actually think it's my favorite one so far. Sometimes the books get a little bogged down by too many characters and too many adventures. But this one was chef's kiss! It felt like the culmination of everything in the first four books. I definitely suggest reading this series in order to keep track of it all!

Love the comedic elements, there’s a bit of rom Com-iness to it. And just really fun characters. Perfect Vacation/Beach read!

Perfect for fans of Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series!

Read as an ARC through NetGalley. Finlay keeps me laughing through another book. Love this series and the things Finlay & Vero keep getting themselves into. Found myself rooting for Steven in this one and really loving Mrs. Haggerty 🤣 can’t wait for the next installment!

As always, Finlay and crew are facing hilarious and unpredictable situations. The messy family dynamics as well as outside relationships add to the charm of the mystery. I, of course, laughed out loud–several times–at Finlay’s antics. I can’t wait for the next one in the series!

Another satisfying addition to the series. It is a little less zany than the others. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC. #sponsored

Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave by Elle Cosimano
4.5

In the highly anticipated fifth installment of the Finlay Donovan series, we find Finlay and Vero navigating the challenges of potty training, exploring developments in their love lives, and an elderly neighbour-turned-roommate with a dead body in her yard.

A heartfelt thank you to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the chance to read an advanced copy of this latest release!

I’ll admit, I had my reservations. Could this storyline really sustain five books? But let me tell you, I haven’t enjoyed a book this much in ages! Finding myself back in Finlay and Vero's world was an absolute joy, filled with new relationships, outrageous escapades, and, of course, even more dead bodies.
This book had me laughing out loud and completely absorbed—I simply couldn’t put it down. Without a doubt, it’s one of the best in the series, leaving me eager to dive into the next one the moment it’s released.

Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave is out now—don’t miss it!

Thank you NetGalley, St Martins Press and Elle Cosimano for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Guys. I have read 6 Finlay Donovan books in 2 weeks…now what am I supposed to do?! Kind of regretting reading these all back to back and wished I would have spread these out more.

This book was really fun. How so many people from previous storylines showed up in this book was a treat. It might be my favorite one of the series.

Nick nick nick…I mean, I adore him and his biscuits but buddy, how can you keep not asking the questions?!

Mrs Haggerty, her neighbor and busybody, is a key player in this story and keeps you guessing throughout the entire book.

The Finlay Donovan series is known for characters getting caught up in schemes and situations that bring the laughs and this newest addition does not disappoint!

In this book, Finlay and Vero are solving a crime that again hits close to home. They need to discover how a body ended up in their elderly neighbor’s yard across the street. Mrs. Haggerty moves in with Finlay during the case and antics abound! You can always count on late night prowls, computer hacking, delaying editor calls, and hilarious banter.

This book is a great balance of fun, mystery and character arcs. Fans of the series will enjoy this one!

Thank you to Netgalley and Minotaur Books for this #gifted eARC in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 ⭐️

I ADORE this series! Finlay Donovan is my spirit animal, and I eat these books up every time. The plot of this one was especially fun - Vero is the most unhinged sidekick, the old lady book club was brilliant, and hot cop Nick? Yep, still hot. If you want something silly and chaotic and not that serious, I highly recommend reading/listening to these. Such a great cast of side characters too!

This was my first time reading any of the Finlay Donovan books and I am hooked! I immediately requested the other four to see more of this lovable and chaotic heroine. One of my favourite parts of this book is the relationship between Finlay and her nanny, Vero. They are absolutely hysterical together and I think everyone deserves a ride-or-die like Vero in their life. The mystery element of the story was engaging and had me intrigued throughout the whole book. I loved seeing all the characters and stories slowly come together. Elle Cosimano has done an amazing job of building this world with compelling characters and complicated relationships. It seems like this is pretty standard for these books, but the cliffhanger at the end definitely left me yearning for more. Can't wait to explore more of Finlay Donovan and her crazy chaotic crew!

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this ARC publication for an honest review.

Start this series from the beginning! This book continues the mad cap adventures (totally not realistic, but so much fun!) of Finlay and Vero...and the rest of the crew.

This book begins where the last one ended. The noisy neighbor, Mrs. Haggerty, has been brought in after a body is found in her backyard. One thing leads to another, and she ends up being a "guest" at Finlay's house.

Ex-husband Steven is the next suspect for the murder and Finlay is on the case to find the true killer. Mystery and mayhem galore! Throw in some Nick and Finlay moments. Squeal of joy!! As they both let down their guard and let the other truly in....

This was a solid read even though it ends on another cliff hanger! I can hardly wait for the next one!

Finlay Donovan does it again! Elle Cosimano never fails to delight with Finlay. A great addition to the series and a can't miss for fans of Finlay Donovan.