What a fun read 👏🏻 just like the first one, this successful sequel will keep you turning pages and laughing out loud. ⁣
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You definitely should pick up the first book before reading this one (partially because it was soooo good and partially because this one picked up right where the last one left off). ⁣
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Finlay is working on her second novel whilst trying to uncover who wants to murder her ex. Throw in some romance drama and a witty BFF (Vero is the best) and you’ve got a binge worthy story that will hook you from page one!⁣
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I will also say that part of the plot is ridiculous and wholly unrealistic, which honestly adds to the charm of this story. I went into it knowing that that was the case and I thoroughly enjoyed it

Finlay Donovan’s agent wants her next book, now. But the single mom has writer’s block, her son is potty training, and she needs to figure out who wants her ex-husband dead (besides herself). So, with the help of her live-in nanny, Finn goes undercover on a local mommy blog to stop an assassin while avoiding a certain sexy detective. A rollicking good time.

I loved the first novel in the series, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It, finding it funny and quite the page turner. Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead is no different.

In this second installment, Finlay, as usual, has a lot on her plate as a divorced mother of two. Her agent is pressuring her to start on that next novel. She cannot help but worry about her business partner and friend, Vero, who is keeping secrets. Not to mention Finlay is dealing with relationship issue--figuring out what kind of relationship she has with her lawyer lover and what about that sexy cop who keeps showing up in her life? Then there is Finlay's biggest problem of all--finding out who put a hit out on her ex-husband, not to mention trying to keep him alive. He may be a rotten guy, but he is the father of her children.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead. It offers a peek into the dark world of women's online chatrooms, the importance of cybersecurity, more of the Russian mob, and how to overcome writer's block. Okay, so maybe not that last point. It can be over the top, but it works. It was half the fun wondering how Finlay would get herself out of the situations she put herself in because it seemed pretty impossible to me. She keeps getting in deeper no matter what her intentions are though. She and Vero are both very capable and resourceful (and it helps to have connected friends). I am really curious to know what exactly Vero is hiding though--hopefully we will find out in the next book (it's not so much a cliffhanger, but more of a loose thread).

One of the reasons I enjoy this series so much is the humor. It is also action packed, balanced out by a bit of romance. I admit I am leery of love triangles and am still not sure how I feel about the one Finlay finds herself in with Julian and Nick. I like both guys, to be honest, although I think Nick might be the better choice for her.

If you enjoy humorous mysteries and an entertaining escape, this is a great series to try out.

This was SO fun - I was worried it wouldn't hold up to the first book but I thought it was just as good! A perfect light, funny mystery.

It’s rare that a sequel of a book lives up to the hype of the original. For me, this book did just that. The same funny and witty characters were back in action and made as much of a mess as they did in the first one. I loved being back with Finlay and Vero and following their adventures once again. Definitely a great sequel and a must-read for everyone who loved Finlay Donovan is Killing It!!

3.5 ⭐️

I honestly despise half of the characters in this book….Stephen….but it’s still an easy read. You definitely need to suspend your belief when you are reading this series, but overall, I enjoyed this one as much as the first book.

I don’t want to go in to too many details on the synopsis since it is the second book in the series, but if you liked Finlay Donovan is Killing It, then you’ll like this one. I can’t wait to see what else Finlay and Vero get in to in the next book.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I did find the first book more enjoyable than this one. Finlay is always unpredictable and makes one laugh at what she does. However the mystery rather dragged for me. I look forward to reading more of her adventures.

Another winner by Elle Cosimano. This book does not disappoint. Continuing the storyline from the first book, the adventures continue for Finlay. This series reminds me of early Janet Evanovich (yes, I'm that old) and it's great to have a contemporary read-alike to recommend.

Thanks to Minotaur Books and NetGalley for the advanced readers copy.

Read FINLEY DONOVAN KNOCKS ’EM DEAD by Elle Cosimano and you’ll get so pulled into the story that you’ll stay up late reading until you finish the book. The 2nd in the Finley Donovan series, this novel is about a woman who gets pulled into solving a murder & trying to prevent another murder. It’s campy, a page turner, and great fun. I haven’t yet read the first in the series, but will soon. You can read KNOCK ‘EM DEAD without having read KILLING IT beforehand. This book references the first but does so repeatedly, so you’ll get the gist of what happened in the first. FINLEY DONOVAN KNOCKS ‘EM DEAD is such a fun read!

Thank you to NetGalley for the complimentary copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.

I actually gasped when I found this novel while checking out what was new on NetGalley. Finlay Donovan is Killing it has been so popular and was such fun to read. I'm over the moon to have been granted this ARC!

I wasn’t disappointed. Finlay is definitely not killing it, not at all, even still. She is still meaning so well, but clumsily turns things to hell. With help from her sidekick, Vero, she tries to keep herself out of jail, make a little money (okay a LOT of money) and even navigate through a love interest or two.

This book was very light and fluffy, a real change of pace for someone who seeks out darkness and gore (uh, hi it’s me). It seemed very obvious that the author was a YA writer before the Finlay books. There is very little detail or gore, and it felt like a cozy family sitcom. It was nice to escape the world of monsters and murder.

Thank you NetGalley and Minotaur books for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I love, love, loved it! Like the first book in the series, this one focuses on Finlay and her family. I liked that her husband got more of his comeuppance and I liked that we got to know Vero better, especially some of her back story. In general, the whole cast of characters was very well-fleshed out and likeable. The pacing was excellent and I loved the way the mystery was resolved, I can't wait for the next one!

Finlay Donovan is back with her best friend Vero. This is an excellent follow-up to the first novel Finlay Donovan is Killing It. How Finlay gets herself in these crazy situations is half the fun of reading these books. The rest of the fun is in seeing how Finlay and Vero untangle themselves from the crazy. Read this book!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

OBVIOUSLY. No surprises here. I love Finlay Donovan & the number 2 in this series!! Thank you for sending!

I had fun with the first book, and was hoping this was going to be just as fun, if not better. Unfortunately, I think I’m in the minority when I say I didn’t enjoy this as much as book 1.

It was just ok for me. I’m not a fan of slow paced reads, and this one was slow burn with most of the better parts happening towards the end.

I forgot how much I love Finlay Donovan and her sidekick Vero. She is once again struggling to write her next best novel, when she finds herself in the midst of another murder attempt and scheme. This time, here husband is the target, and she has to brave herself against Felix, the Russian mobster that is the man that she helped place in jail in the first novel.

I listened to this one once again, and found myself laughing out loud in tears with the humor and writing style. I loved it!!

I have a hard time enjoying stories where the main characters can’t get their shit together. And unfortunately, Finley Donovan is one of those people. It’s hard to root for someone whose life is in shambles and can’t even do their job. And this story is complicated - an accidental hit woman, involvement with the Russian mafia, a truly awful ex husband with ludicrous custody battles, children that she never has to deal with herself, money flying everything which way. It's a lot. And the books in this series do not stand on their own. I got part of the way into Finley Donovan knocks them dead,, the second in the series, and was just missing way too much backstory. I had to go back and read the first one (more of the same shambles) before coming back to finish this book, just so I could understand what was going on. That did help me enjoy this second book a bit more, but there are still too many plot holes and things going on, and a generally unlikeable lead. How does Nick simultaneously know everything going on, and still nothing? There was seemingly a bomb dropped about Vero toward the end, and it was completely ignored. There is sort of a love triangle but the book makes it clear that we're going to see very little progression on the romance side in these books, so there isn't even that to bring in some fun. The plot to book #3 was set up at the end... And I know I won't be reading it.

Another fun read about the wild life of Finlay Donovan and her nanny, Vero. This time around, Finlay is trying to figure out who wants her ex-husband dead, and find them before they get him. Her and Vero's antics are always hilarious and ridiculous, but you can't help be invested in these characters. I don't know if I liked it as much as the first book, but this is still a well-executed sequel to one of my most recommended books of 2021.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy of one of my most anticipated reads of the year! I can't wait for Finlay's next adventure.

Oh how I love the Finlay Donovan series! Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead, the sequel to Finlay Donovan is Killing It, certainly did not disappoint!
The ultimate girl power duo of Finlay & Vero are back at it again, this time to find out who wants Finlay's ex-husband out of the picture (forever), all while Finlay is trying (and failing) to write her next novel and Vero is busy hiding some secrets of her own!
These two never fail to provide entertainment, laughs and a little bit of suspense as they dig their way out of the most interesting and hilarious situations!
Elle Cosimano has knocked it out of the park once again with this fun Finlay Donovan follow up that is the perfect blend of comedy, suspense and maybe even a little romance! Get this one - it will not disappoint!

Oh Finlay Donovan, how I love thee. My girl Finlay is back with her partner in crime, Vero, and they are up to more of their antics. I am not a series reader, but I love this series so much! I don't want it to ever end. It's fun, endearing, and makes me root for Finlay. I'm so hoping she and Nick end up together. #TeamNick I can't wait for the next book in the series. Thank you so much to Minotaur books for my gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.

What a perfect sequel. I absolutely loved this book. So well crafted. Thank you for an advance copy.