Finlay and Vero are back at it. When they discover someone has put out a hit on her ex-husband Steven, Finlay realizes she has to dive back into the criminal world and stop this stranger. Meanwhile she is continuing to juggle motherhood, a novel that needs to be written, financial challenges, and two separate love interests.

This book picks up right where book #1 left off. One of my favorite parts of this book was seeing Finlay & Vero's friendship continue to develop. The plot line has kept me guessing, although there are moments where you have to suspend your disbelief. The characters become more fleshed out as the story progresses which I really enjoyed. The writing is easy to read, the banter is witty, and the audio narration was excellent. Besides some of the plot points my primary complaint is that Finlay just puts up with so many terrible people. She deserves so much better, but also needs to make some better choices for herself.

Many thanks to the author, publisher & Netgalley for the advanced review copy in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press | Minotaur Books and NetGalley for an electronic copy of this novel.

Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead is the second book in a popular series. Taking place right after the first novel, Finlay is dealing with the aftermath of what happened in the first book. The big wrinkle in this novel is that someone is trying to kill her ex-husband and the father of her two children. Even though she doesn't like him or his behavior, she wants to save the father of her kids, so she sets out to figure out who has been hired and try to prevent it - by posing as another potential hit person!

I really enjoyed this one also. The writing is witty and the characters are fun. Onto the next book in the series!

In a continuation of Finlay Donovan is Killing It, Finlay still needs to take care of her kids and make ends meet while finishing her latest novel. And now she and her best friend and kids' nanny Veronica need to hunt down whoever is trying to kill her ex-husband!

I grabbed this book as a read-now, completely forgetting i had read the series! I love this series and enjoy them every time they come out with a new one. Great author, thanks so much for putting this as read-now to allow more to read!

The author has me hooked on the Finley Donovan series with Book 2, when the single mom-struggling author is back at it, trying to save her ex-husband from the Russian mob. Love these kooky thrillers!

4 stars ⭐️ loved it. nothing more to say!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Y'all why did I sleep on this book? It was so good. Even better than the first one in my opinion. A perfect read for a cozy winter night!

Ok 2 in the Finlay Donovan series disappointed me. I do enjoy the ridiculous and unbelievable situations Finlay gets herself into, but some of the dumb decisions are going too far. This book seemed to drag on only to leave several unanswered questions. The ending was designed to make the reader want to purchase the next book to find out the answers to the mysteries that should have been resolved in this one. For this reason, I did not rate it as high as the first book. I will continue to read the series as I have thoughts about who one of the players might be.

I appreciate the opportunity to read this title and thank you to St. Martins for providing me with an eARC, however I am prioritizing other books on my list at this time. I will amend my review to reflect my thoughts, when I start reading this series in the future.

When the title reads "knocks 'em dead", I didn't think literally. Another wonderful tale of accidental hijinks with Finlay and Vero that grips you unceasingly that has you missing dentist appointments because you're so hooked. Amazing story and loving the adventure this takes you on!

4.5/5 STARS
SO GOOD!! I both read this one and listened to the audio book (which the voices were fantastic!). This was another re-read for me and once again I have found a greater appreciation for this book and series. Yes, the odds of this stuff happening are so unlikely but that's the point and what makes it so hilarious. Keeping Steven alive, despite how we all feel about him, was the main goal Finlay had and the mafia is on her trail.

Oh Finlay, you are an absolute mess and I LOVE IT. What a sequel! I was a little worried that it wouldn’t be as funny or entertaining as the first book, but it absolutely delivered for me. Vero and Finlay are such a great team and I loved seeing them become closer. I also enjoyed how everything that could go wrong did go wrong for them for a while and it kept me wondering how they were going to come out the other side of it all! The big twist at the end was one I probably should have seen coming, but I didn’t and it had me cackling. I’m still not sure if I’m Team Nick or Team Julian so I’m looking forward to seeing more of both men and how they each are good for Finlay. I honestly had so much fun the entire time I was reading it and the ending has me SO EXCITED for book three.

CW: death, violence, gun violence

The cute and fun next installment of Finlay Donovan’s adventures keeps up with the lighthearted and ridiculous antics we expect.

Finlay Donovan’s last book was a smash and her deadline is looming for book two! But she’s now learned someone wants her ex-husband dead… she’s been mistaken for a contract killer before, can she lean on those chops again to save her ex and keep her kids safe?

Another quick, light read in the same vein as book 1. Lighthearted and fun, not to be taken too seriously. Do not try this at home.

Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the ebooks in exchange for an honest review.

This was a laugh out loud sequel. It was mysterious and tense and the plot twist shocked me! I absolutely love this book series and can’t wait to read more!!

Gahhh why didn’t I grab this whole series when NetGalley had it as read now?!? It’s great!!

I never read humorous books often but I LOVE this series. I love Finlay and Vero’s relationship, love the kids, love Finlay trying to write, be a Mom, have a life, etc. I think this is a great choice for fans of Janet Evanovich.

Can’t wait to get to book 3!

**Thanks to the author and publisher for the e-arc I received via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.**

I was looking forward to listening to this one after thoroughly enjoying the first book. Despite my excitement, I had a hard time getting into the story at first. However, it picked up for me toward the end. All I can say is that Finlay is one lucky yet unlucky person!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to review this book.

This is the second in the Finlay Donovan series. While I didn't enjoy it as much as the first, I still liked it a lot. It has the same cast of characters, a few new faces, and more tumult for Finlay and Vero. Just a fun romp of a book!

Next in the Finlay Donovan series, Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead is a cute sequel. It starts quickly where book one left off, with Finlay finding herself as part of misunderstood crimes and more family drama. It's humorous and unrealistic, while also being totally down to earth in Finlay's relationships with her children as a single mom. It's a witty mystery and I am looking forward to what comes next!

I’m really enjoying this series! The antics are as outlandish as they are entertaining, but that’s the goal — sheer entertainment. This is the perfect light escapist read that I’m looking for right now.

Love this series. It’s quirky, don’t expect super realistic forensic scenarios, but that’s why it’s so fun; I laughed out loud and thoroughly enjoyed. Already started the next in the series.