3.5* These are just fun mysteries. The last book ended on a huge cliffhanger; seeing how that plays out is satisfying. We get to know Vero better in this one and there is a fun twist where I can see the story continuing in a fun manner.


Thank you to Netgalley for a copy!

Book two in this series and I cannot wait to read more. Finlay is still in the deep of things with Vero by her side. The things she gets herself into made me laugh and cringe... a lot of cringing.

Elle Cosimano wrote a book that I could not put down. The words just flowed perfectly. I read it in just a couple days. Once I started reading, I lost track of everything around me. I just needed to know what fix Finlay would get herself into next and how she would get out of it.

This is a must-read series, I cannot wait for book 3!

With a bounty on her ex-husband, Finlay and Vero need to navigate their way through online chat rooms and find out who of the many people in his life want Steven dead. Oh and don't forget our friends from the first book, the Russian mob. And speaking of books, Finlay is still under deadline and has to come up with a storyline that seems dangerously close to her real life.

Like Book 1 (Finlay Donovan is Killing It), I'm having fun with this series. Part murdery, part funny, all parts are fun to read and keep you guessing. I read this immediately after finishing book 1 and it was a seamless transition from one to the other. I'm enjoying these highly improbable but so entertaining books.

Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for providing me with an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I received a free e-arc of this book through Netgalley in honor of the newest book in the series coming out in 2025. I really like Finlay and Vero a lot as the protagonists we need right now. A book full of adventure and turns and a little bit of heat between 2 love interests.

I recently read the first book in this series and really liked it! I love the characters, the humor, the plot, all of it! I am excited to see where this series goes as I get more into it. The sequel here did not disappoint so I am really hoping it’s the same as I move forward in this series. Overall, great addition.

I would recommend this book to anyone. I was loving it
Thank you to NetGalley for letting me read it

In the past, I'd never read the Finlay Donovan novels by Elle Cosimano. I missed reading the first, and then the second one caught my eye, but I felt I should read the first before reading it and just didn't. Over and over, the newest one would catch my eye but I would not read it. Recently, the fifth one did the same thing, but I was offered the opportunity to read and review all the preceding ones in one chunk.  That was all the incentive I needed. I was all in once I "got to know" the characters.  These novels are full of funny, laughable moments and memorable characters set in a cozy mystery setting. These reminded me of my younger years and reading Nancy Drew, and more recently, reading Janet Evanovich. Can you read any one of them as a stand-alone? Sure, but why?  I highly recommend you read them in order as a set and plan to pick up the future ones as they come out. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the ARC ebook I read and reviewed. All opinions are my own.

Oh my gosh I love this series and Finlay’s shenanigans! Can’t wait to see what happens in the next book.

I really enjoyed this one. It was hard to put down. It kept me wanting more. The characters are amazing! And I love the title and the story line. Such an amazing book! I AM LOVING THESE BOOKS!

Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead was just as hilarious as the first book in the series. Finlay Donovan has become one of my new favorite characters. I love the dynamic between her and Vero and the high jinks they get into.

This book picks up right after the events of Finlay Donovan Is Killing It, and finds the titular character trying to find out who has put a hit out on her ex-husband. Plus her friend Vero is keeping secrets from her, and she’s still trying to decide between the cute young lawyer and the hot cop. All this plus her book deadline is fast approaching.

The Finlay Donovan series is definitely one of the best series I’ve read this year. I love seeing Finlay get into and out of trouble in the funniest ways possible. The characters are so relatable and feel like hanging out with old friends. I highly recommend this book and series for anyone wanting something to lift your spirit and give you some laugh out loud moments.

Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead, Book #2 of the series, did not disappoint. Finlay Donovan becomes aware that someone wants her ex-husband dead. She and Vero, her live-in nanny and literal partner in crime, are frantically trying to discover who initiated the hit, keep Steven and their family safe, all while trying to write her next book. On the heels of her first successful novel, Finlay’s agent and publisher are anxious to get their hands on her next masterpiece. Finlay and Vero become entangled in more treacherous criminal activities involving Russian mob bosses, dead bodies, lots of money, and expensive cars. Finlay’s romantic life is flourishing. Her love triangle, with soon-to-be lawyer young Julian and very masculine detective Nick, is making it harder for her to decide which direction to turn. The story is fast paced, it will keep your attention while you laugh out loud and on your toes with all the twists and turns. Elle Cosimano introduces a few new characters, that are just as intriguing and hysterical as the cast from “Finlay Donovan is Killing It.” Angela Dawe did another outstanding job in giving each character a unique voice and adding that punch of excitement during climactic parts of the story. So glad to know that the Finlay Donovan series is under contract for at least 2 more books and has just been picked up by 20th Television Studies to be adapted for a TV series that will be produced by Marlene King (Pretty Little Liars). Elle Cosimano’s recipe for dark comedic mystery is definitely working and I cannot wait for Book #3.

The second Finlay Donovan book continues with the premise of the first one: that murder mysteries can be hilarious and have a healthy dose of romance as well. I'm catching up on the series before the newest one is released, and am pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this lighthearted book.

So happy that there's more of these to read as I adore Finlay, nanny Vero, and her sister and parents!

Loved seeing more of Vero in this book.

These books are a quick, fun, read. The pages keep turning and I keep coming back for more!

I received a copy of the ebook from Netgalley.
I really liked the fast-moving plot and the character arcs in this one.
I do wish there had been more about what Finn was writing in her books, and how her books were related with what was going on in her life.
Other than that, I really liked this one, and I'm looking forward to the next one.

Thanks to Netgalley for the free ebook.
#netgalley #ebook

The writing style is lively, the characters are sharply drawn and memorable, and the scenes are comical.

Finlay and the nanny, Vero, are quite a team as "hit men" who never do the actual killing and don't even try, but the targets somehow end up dead, and Finlay gets paid for the kill.

Finlay's ex is a jerk, but the kids love their daddy so much, Finlay wouldn't even pretend to take the contract to bump Steve off. The mystery is: who does want him dead?

What kind of women's group is actually a forum calling for hits on awful men? The concept is disturbing. If most of us could get away with murder, we'd have a lot of missing persons and shallow graves.

Meanwhile, Finlay is still writing steamy novels, always under pressure to meet deadlines. Her career as a novelist seems far fetched, but so does everything else in this story, and it's all part of the escapist romp.

I read all of the first book in this series. This one is a Did Not Finish. Maybe I'll come back to this another day. For now, too many other books out there compete for my attention.

This was still good but no as good as the first. I just love Finlay’s character so much. I love the budding love interest and all the crazy adventures. This is a fun series!

Another engaging installment! I really appreciated the twists and red herrings riddled between the pages!

Great continuation of the series. Thank you, #NetGalley, for the arc in exchange for my honest review.

*Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead* by Elle Cosimano is another thrilling and hilarious installment in the Finlay Donovan series. Picking up where the first book left off, the story is packed with even more twists, witty humor, and heart-stopping moments. Finlay’s adventures continue as she navigates the chaotic world of accidental crime-solving with her signature blend of charm and humor. Cosimano’s sharp writing, memorable characters, and fast-paced plot keep readers hooked from start to finish. It’s a perfect mix of suspense and comedy, making *Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead* an absolute page-turner. Highly recommend for fans of quirky mysteries and strong, relatable heroines!

So I lived this! So fun! The character is funny and the plot is amazing. Love the dark humor. Didn’t love as much as book 1, but still so good