This book was great. I love the follow up to the first, even if I didn't love it as much as the first. There's just something about meeting a character for the first time that the sequels can never live up to. Love Finlay and Vero's relationship and there is never a dull chapter throughout the book. Can't wait for book 3!

Once again, Finlay Donovan has delivered a fast paced, action packed, hilarious story. Absolutely love this character and the haphazard way she successfully navigates murder, the dark web, and mob bosses.

Sincere thanks to NetGalley and Minotaur books for an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

This book bored me. I barely laughed. The whole story felt flat especially compared to the first book.

Instead of this being a new story, it was just a continuation of the first. So to me most of it felt forced and convoluted.

Vero annoyed me. I didn’t like Finlay juggling two guys plus fighting with her ex.

And most of this plot only happened because of two cops who couldn’t keep their traps closed about their current case.

Also, why are three women after one guy? Who is constantly cheating on everyone. Didn’t care for that either. And for how it portrayed women.

I absolutely OBSESSED with Finlay Donovan!! I knew I would be, but gosh- this series just gets better and better with each book!
Suspend disbelief for a little while and allow Finlay and Vero to take you on a hilarious ride full of twists and turns, you won’t regret it!

Finlay Donovan is so good! I could not wait to read this book.
It has humor, drama , and mystery. Finlay always seems to
find herself in a tight spot, and following how she gets herself
out is a fantastic journey. Thanks Minotaur Books and Netgalley
for the advance E copy!

This was a great 2nd book in the series. I found it entertaining and Exciting. I would highly recommend the series to everyone! Thank you netgalley for the ARC!!

Finlay Donovan Knocks Em Dead by Elle Cosimano is a great story of how a mother will go to all links to protect her children and ex-husband. Great Read.

This series is absolutely a ton of fun. The storylines require a great deal of suspension of belief but this one is a quick read with characters that I adore. I already can't wait for the next book. Also, someone please adapt this for the screen.

Thank you to the publisher for my copy - all opinions are my own.

I just LOVE THIS SERIES SO MUCH. Honestly, considering I tend to track more towards dark totally grimy and gritty murder thrillers, the sheer joy I get out of this series is mind boggling. There is just something so refreshing and relatable about Finlay as a character - a woman who is just figuring her life out and most certainly not in a polished and unattainable way. I can not get enough reading about her and the increasingly insane scenarios she finds herself in.

The second book in this series captures just as much of the fun, charm and humor as the first book and was just as devourable. I didn't set this one down, and I honestly cannot think of another series that I would recommend more. There is something in this series for basically any reader.

A total must have.

It's hard to find a second book in a series that hits as good as the first, but Elle Cosimano does just that with FINLAY DONOVAN KNOCKS 'EM DEAD! I can't wait for more Finlay - she feels like a friend :)

Just like the first title in the series, Finley Donovan Knocks 'Em Dead was entertaining, fast-paced, and kept me guessing what the next page would have in store. I enjoyed getting to know the characters a bit more, as well as witness the development and evolution of Finley's love life. The logistician in me still finds it difficult to suspend *all* disbelief in some of the plot points but nevertheless, I kept coming back for more. With that being said, I'm looking forward to the third book coming out later this year!

Also, rumor on the street is that I. Marlene King (the brainchild behind the Pretty Little Liars adaptation) will be turning this series into a show?! You know I'll be watching that.

Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the advanced reader copy!

Entertaining and highly unlikely is how I'd describe the Finlay Donovan series. They remind me of a mom version of the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich that I used to read way way prior to Bookstagram. The audio on this one was pretty good, too.

Having really enjoyed the first Finlay book, I was very excited to read this one. I definitely liked it, and found it to be mostly entertaining, however, I had a few issues with it: One, it was just too far-fetched for me. Too many lies kept from certain people, plus lots of actions that were just not plausible. Two, was simply Vero. Her actions were never fully explained, and her character never made complete sense to me because of it. Three, it really didn't end, leaving several small loose ends that could have easily been tied up. This obviously means that there will be a third book. I will more than likely read it, but not because I'm super enthralled with knowing what is to come.

Loved this one just as much as Finley 1! The perfect balance of serious and humor will never get old, and this book has cemented Elle Cosimano as a must-buy author for me.

Will link to full review when posted.

Oh, Finlay, you've done it again!
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We pick up right where we left off in book #1. Finlay is struggling to complete her next novel. Who could blame her, especially when she comes across a post seeing that someone wants her ex-husband dead?
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Finlay and Vero set out to uncover the secrets behind this hit. Our beloved characters return and Finlay once again gets wrapped up-- biting off more than she can chew!
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I really this whole book on the plane to Florida- I couldn't put it down!

Absolutely loved this book! Finlay Donovan Knocks Em Dead is just as funny as the first “Finlay Donovan is Killing it.” Full of humor, wit and shenigans, this book is perfect for a beach read or if you need a fun, entertaining read.

Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead by Elle Cosimano picked up right where the the first book in this fabulous series left off. I loved how this book began. Elle Cosimano introduced Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead with a death, but who died? Finlay’s daughter’s pet fish had taken its last breath and the family was preparing to say goodbye and flush it down the toilet. I couldn’t help the escape of a few chuckles as I recalled a similar situation with my own children years ago. In the second book in this series, Finlay discovered that someone was determined to try and kill her ex-husband. As much as Finlay had come to dislike a lot of things about her ex-husband, he was a good father and she didn’t want any harm to come to him. Finlay and Vero will stop at nothing to uncover the plot and figure out who was trying to kill her ex-husband. This second book in the series was well plotted, funny, full of twists, fast paced and suspenseful. The colorful characters had flaws but were believable and well developed. Vero was once again at Finlay’s side throughout as the live in nanny to her children, partner in crime, confidant and friend. There were secrets that Vero was hiding from Finlay, though. Finlay thought she knew Vero so well but did she really? Of course, Finlay was struggling again to meet the deadlines for her new book. It was not easy to juggle the life of being a single mom while she chased assassins, put as much distance between herself and the mob as she could and date not one man but two at the same time. If you are looking to read a clever, funny, unpredictable and suspenseful book then Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead is the book for you. I eagerly await the next book in this series and highly recommend this one.

Thank you to Minotaur Books for allowing me to listen to the digital version of Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead by Elle Cosimano through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

One of my anticipated reads this year!

Book 1 was such a fun adventure. So silly, but pure entertainment! Book 2 brought more of the same in addition to a mystery. Vero is still my favorite character. I love how she is so snarky.

A great series if you like action, bad decisions, smart and sassy sidekicks and a story to make you laugh.

Very much looking forward to Book 3

Really, 3.5

I read several other reviews of this book before starting mine, and one reviewer used a word that perfectly sums up how I felt about this book: it is ZANY. One of the things I enjoyed about book one, and also this one, is that they don’t take themselves too seriously. They are meant to be over-the-top, unbelievable, and fun. And, they are most definitely all of that.

However, the introduction of a new book includes the introduction of a new plot and with it, new characters. In many ways the new characters and plot are tied to the action of book one, but I felt like there were SO MANY new characters introduced that it got hard to follow, especially towards the end. That said, I still enjoyed it, and I really like the fact that it ended by hinting that book three will focus more on Vero and her backstory, because her character has not yet been fully fleshed out.

Finlay Donovan didn’t disappoint. This book was written so incredibly well. Learning more about Finlay and Vero, and then more about their families and friends - including Nick and Julian was a fun ride especially learning about them through Finlay’s shenanigans. There were a few twists I didn’t see coming which made the story even more exciting. I can’t wait for the next book to come out!!! Definitely a great funny and light thriller to make you feel better about life.