Finlay’s stories make for bingeable reading and losing track of time as you try to figure out the mystery alongside her. Thank you so much Netgalley, St. Martin's Press and Minotaur Books for the advanced e-Arc in exchange for my honest review.

Finlay Donovan Knocks em’ dead….

Finlay is back and she is still trying to finish her novel and keep her head above water.. She is feeling more confident though with her nanny Vero always having her back and the only dead body lately is the fish.

No matter how Finlay feels about her ex husband Steven, she has never wished death… well maybe she has but she didn’t mean it but there is a hit out on him and trying to him alive… is harder than she bargained for.

OK I love Nick. The cop… Love him. I hate love triangles and Finlay has trapped herself between a hot cop and her feelings for the young lawyer Julian.

I was hooked right into the mayhem that picked up right where the last book dropped off. The book was bonkers. The more Finlay tries to dig them out of the hole… she literally makes it worse. The duo have to try and save Steven even when Vero is against the idea of it haha. They find out there is a forum where people add their “cleaning jobs” and there is an assassin who takes the jobs on. Finlay offers to kill Steven and its a race between her and the contract killer and you won’t believe who puts the hit out… I haven’t laughed this hard in ages.

The writing is always stellar and the book was beautifully paced with some excellent suspenseful moments!

5 stars

We’re back with another laugh out loud, suspenseful comedy! Finlay’s life was a mess in the first book.. but wait.. there’s more! Now there a hit out on her ex and she still has to make time for family and work. I enjoyed this one!

I really enjoyed this second book in the Finlay Donovan series. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the book picks up right after the first book. I like Finlay and her relationship with her nanny, Vero. This was a quick, fun read. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.

I enjoyed this book just as much as the first, and it was just as funny and entertaining to read. You can definitely feel the stakes getting higher and the story getting a little bit more serious while adding a little bit more steam to the story with Julian, who seems like such a hottie. I was rooting for Finlay the whole time and really interested to see all the behind-the-scenes details and the whodunit. While Steven is still a total ass, I finished this book really quickly too, and jumped right into the next one!

I didn’t like this as much as the first book but still enjoyed it. I think I expected the mysteries to be a bit more separate from book to book and not include the Russian mob in each one.

Even with that, I had quite the time. There were a couple moments where I actually laughed out loud. The ridiculousness of the characters isn’t really realistic but it’s fun and entertaining, and I enjoy my time with them.

A USA TODAY BESTSELLER!

From Edgar-Award nominee Elle Cosimano, comes Finlay Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead—the hilarious and heart-pounding follow-up to Finlay Donovan is Killing It.

"Cosimano skillfully combines suspense and laughs in the manner of Janet Evanovich’s early (and best) novels, finished off with a metafictional twist."—New York Times Book Review

"A funny and smart, twisty and surprising series."—Megan Miranda"

Thank you for the chance to read and review Finlay Donovan Knocks "Em Dead. I loved the return to the Finlay Donovan world and the outrageous situations she finds herself in. Most of all in this book I enjoyed the relationship with her children and the fact that as much as she is angry with her ex she ultimately does what is right to help him for her children's sake. I loved the realness of a character who can put their children first and make sure they are loved.

Finlay and Vero are back for another quirky and comical mess in this second installment. So much fun. I zipped through book 1 and moved immediately to book 2 without a second thought. These ladies are the perfect partner in crime couple, and I love how Finlay makes Vero know that she is part of the family without question. The relationship between the two is a perfect friendship story, though it started out totally weird and random. They flow together so well and take care of each other without question or hesitation. I was glad to see Nick back for this book, and look forward to jumping into the next one!

Once again, thank you to St Martins Press and Minotaur Books for providing the eARC in exchange for my honest review. I cannot recommend starting this series enough. So much fun.

Finlay Donovan is once again in a bind as she tries to figure out who wants her ex-husband, Steven, out of the picture. Permanently. Meanwhile, Vero’s keeping secrets, and Detective Nick Anthony seems determined to get back into Finlay's life. He may be a hot cop, but Finlay’s first priority is preventing her family from sleeping with the fishes... and if that means bending a few laws then so be it.

This second instalment had Finlay going down the rabbit hole of an online forum to solve the mystery. Along the way, trouble of course found her 😂 The reveal was unexpected even with all the leads pointing elsewhere.

Her love life also seemed to go through the wringer. With so much going on, it still found a way to confuse her. There seems to be a winner in the love triangle, but we'll see how long that lasts 😅

Thank you to Netgalley and Publisher for the gifted copy. On to the next book!

Rating: 4.5⭐
Steam level: 1.5🌶️ Closed door

Elle Cosimano does it again! Finlay and Vero finds themselves again trying to solve a mystery in hopes of keeping Finlay's family safe and intact, for the most part. While there are times when I'm so annoyed with Finlay and her naiviete, Vero as the sidekick really makes up for it. She's smart, witty and hilarious. And I'm always wondering how are they going to get themselves out of this mess. A great quick, fun read!

This series continues to have me obsessed! Finlay is one of my new favorite quirky characters to read about. The shenanigans she manages to get into are highly entertaining. Cannot wait to continue reading this series!

This is the second book in the Finlay Donovan series written by Elle Cosimano. Is it over the top, absolutely. Someone mistakenly has taken out a contract on Steven on the dark web. Finlay becomes aware of it and feels she must save him. But the contracted killer, EasyClean, wants the money.

As it turns out, the person that posted the ad did not realize she was posting an ad with their comments.

I found this a hot mess. There was way too many characters that made it hard to keep the story straight but it did keep the crazy level up.

All in all, it was an enjoyable story. I rate it a 3.5.

Thank-you Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to binge read the series to date. These are my own opinions and I am not required to leave a positive review.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! Loved the second book as much as the first. The story p ups up right where the first one left off. Finlay is trying to find out who has it out for her ex-husband. The shenanigans that her and Vero get into!! Definitely recommend! .

This was a fun continuation of the series! Parts of this book made me laugh out loud and the mystery was really enjoyable. I’m excited to continue the series and see what Finlay gets up to next! I received a free copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

Round 2 of Finn and Vero and I love them. This is a great series: well paced, well written, a hot cop and some fun thrown in.

Another great installment in this series. I enjoyed this one just as much as the first one. I am blow away because again on paper this is not a series for me, but I cannot stay away. Finlay and Vero are a great team and a wonderful found family. I hope that we can learn more about Vero as the series goes on.

Nick is my favorite love interest for Finlay and I am rooting for him. He is great to her kids and great to her. No matter what she gets herself in to, he is there for her and will protect her at any cost.

This has become one of my most favorite series ever. I anxiously await each new book and read it as quickly as I can. I love this world and can't wait for more.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | Murder, Mayhem, and Mom Life—Finlay Donovan is Back!

Elle Cosimano delivers another wildly entertaining mystery with Findlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead, proving once again that Finlay is the queen of chaos, crime-solving (sort of), and questionable life choices. This time, someone wants her ex-husband Steven dead, and while she’s not exactly his biggest fan, murder seems a bit extreme. With the Russian mob still lurking, a hit squad of soccer moms, and Detective Nick Anthony inching his way back into her life, Finlay has way too much on her plate—and that’s before we even get to her book deadline!

As always, the dynamic between Finlay and Vero is an absolute delight. Their witty banter and unwavering loyalty make them one of my favorite crime-fighting duos. The plot is packed with twists, turns, and laugh-out-loud moments, though at times, the sheer level of chaos felt a little overwhelming. But let’s be honest—would it really be a Finlay Donovan book without a little (or a lot) of chaos?

Fast-paced, funny, and full of charm, this sequel delivers everything I love about the series: a quirky, relatable heroine, an engaging mystery, and a touch of romance that keeps things extra interesting. If you love your thrillers with humor, heart, and a dash of danger, this one’s a must-read!

Thank you, NetGalley and Minotaur Books, for the ARC!

Plain and simply, I'm pretty obsessed with this series. Finlay and Co. are as engaging as ever, and Cosimano's ability to blend humor, heart, and mystery together so successfully is a joy to read. I'm so glad I had the next one on deck, because I don't want to wait to continue adventuring with the gang.

This series is so fun and funny, and with each book I’m finding myself absolutely enthralled. However, the carelessness Finlay and Vero show sometimes gives me so much anxiety! It’s like a delightful trainwreck I can’t stop watching. I’m both hyped and terrified for what comes next.

4 stars

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.