These books are so much fun. The situations our favorite bff duo find themselves get a little ridiculous at times 😜 but it is a delight to see how they’ll get out of them. Be prepared this book picks up right where the last one ended.
I was a little disappointed on the lack of romance aspect. I wanted a little more.
The mystery, humor and intrigue were perfect.

This was my favorite Finlay Donovan yet! Okay maybe aside from the first one. The Atlantic City setting was a little ridiculous, and you had to suspend quite a bit of belief, but boy was it fun. I loved how all of the characters got a decent amount of screen time. I loved the romantic relationships. I loved Kevin Bacon! This was a great conclusion to the current Finlay story arc. I was worried it would drag on too long, but Cosimano ended it just right.

Get in, Readers! We’re going to Atlantic City 🎲🎲

In ELLE COSIMANO’s latest novel FINLAY DONOVAN ROLLS THE DICE we get to spend more delightful time in the world of Finlay and her nanny/partner-in-crime, Vero. And what a fun world it is!

I’ve been devouring this series since it launched in 2021. It’s smart and witty, filled with hijinks, good humor, twisty mysteries and some delicious love interests. Finlay and Vero get themselves into some truly precarious situations and throughout the novels have surrounded themselves with a great ensemble cast of characters.

The standout relationship by far is Finlay and Vero who grow into total ride or die besties. They are Lucy & Ethel with a dash of Dead To Me’s Jen & Judy. I couldn’t love them more.

ROLLS THE DICE is the 4th book in the series and I'm enjoying how ELLE COSIMANO keeps finding fresh ways to keep the story going. I appreciate the thread back to the original mystery in Book #1, but we still get new characters and new mysteries to solve.

When the book opens, Finlay and Vero are in dire need of girl’s trip and have their reasons for setting their sights on Atlantic City. But when Finlay’s ex, Steven, and her mother insist on tagging along, they are forced to strap the kids into the car too. Not quite the plan they had in mind but that’s never stopped them before. Casinos + a stolen car + a missing person. Just another day for Finlay & Vero.

Yes, some of the scenes are a little over the top, but in the best way. I feel like in this book COSIMANO Is having real fun with the story, with some winks and nods to the craziness of the situations and also a nod to the readers.

I am happy to see some stories tied up here and am curious to see what COSIMANO does next. I'll be following Finlay and Vero wherever they go!

I love this series so much. Finlay and Vero are the ultimate duo, and I loved reading about their shenanigans in Atlantic City. Such a fun continuation of the series, and I am so excited to read about what happens next! ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for a fair and honest review!

Finlay Donovan will forever be a favorite series of mine and this next installment in the legendary series continues the trend, but did not break any new ground for me.

The antics in Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice are equal parts silly and thrilling as the other books. Just when I think Elle Cosimano has pulled out all of the stops, she does it again with another fun escapade of Finlay's, but this book seemed especially far-fetched. That being said, the ending redeemed this novel for me. Spectacular way to end the book!

Nick emerged as a favorite new character of mine- easy to have a reader's crush on this guy and root for him. Am I crazy to think he's almost too good for Finlay? Steven still sucks, Vero is still a queen, etc.

Will there be another novel in the series? I think so... in all truth I can't wait for more. This is still an addicting series to read. Giving this novel 3.5 stars rounded up to 4.

I had so much fun reading this book, even when Finlay and Vero’s constant bad decisions made my anxiety spike. The author did a good job letting you know what happened in the last book, in case you didn’t remember. Vero’s attitude and one-liners were really entertaining and I enjoyed her character development throughout the book. Easy four stars.

Goodreads review: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/150072956

"Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice" by Elle Cosimano takes readers on a wild and hilarious ride through the escapades of the irresistible Finlay Donovan and her partner-in-crime, Vero. In this fiercely anticipated installment of the Finlay Donovan series, the duo embarks on what was supposed to be a girls' weekend in Atlantic City but quickly turns into a high-stakes mission involving a dangerous loan shark, a missing nephew, and a stolen car.

As Finlay and Vero navigate the seedy casino hotel and confront the demands of Javi's kidnapper, Marco, the story unfolds with unexpected twists and challenges that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The addition of Finlay's ex-husband Steven and her mother as unexpected companions adds a layer of complexity to their already precarious situation, leading to a series of comical yet suspenseful events.

Cosimano expertly weaves together elements of mystery, humor, and intrigue, creating a narrative that is both engaging and entertaining. The evolving relationships between the characters, particularly the dynamic between Finlay and Nick, add depth and charm to the story, enhancing the overall reading experience.

"Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice" is a captivating blend of wit, suspense, and heartwarming moments that will leave readers thoroughly entertained. Elle Cosimano's storytelling prowess shines in this installment, offering a delightful mix of humor, romance, and thrilling twists that make it a standout addition to the beloved Finlay Donovan series.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for the opportunity to read and review this arc honestly.

Another great installment of the shenanigans that befall Finn and Vero. They are still as hilarious as ever and the situations they find themselves are just so out there but a tad believable which makes it all the more worthwhile. I absolutely love this series!

I was a big fan of the first book in this series and was delighted to get an ARC from #NetGalley. The characters continue to delight and I can easily imagine this being adapted for television. Clear set up for Book#3 too.

Not my favorite of the Finlay series, but a fun story nonetheless! I don’t know why this one didn’t hold my attention as well as some of the others - it might have something to do with the romance aspect? But the Atlantic City setting was enjoyable, and the end was certainly climactic. Would put it at a 3.75 ⭐️ for me!

Another fantastic installment in this series!! Finlay and Vera are a freakin' hoot!! I laugh out loud so often when I read any book in this series. This book was no exception.
Finlay and Vera have to rescue Javi in Atlantic City. What can go wrong? Finlay's ex husband has to go along, as well as her mother and the kids. That's just the start. 🤣 They sneak into the loan shark's hotel room and find not one but TWO dead men. Y'all I can't make this up. 😆 Elle writes some of the funniest & lightest books I've read in my life. Also, the narrator for these books, Angela Dawe, is absolute perfection for this series!!!
This review isn't long because you just need to read or listen to this book. Actually, if you haven't already you should read or listen to the entire series. You won't regret it!
I REALLY hope there is a book number five!! 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

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Finlay takes us to Atlantic City. Book 4 takes us where book 3 left off. I had just as much fun reading this as the previous books. I don't want to give any details away if you haven't read the previous books, but I highly recommend reading the whole series not just as stand alone. This one was close to being as great as the first book. I can't wait to continue on with the series.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the Advanced Readers Copy (ARC) of Finlay Donovan Rolls The Dice (Finlay Donovan, #4) by Elle Cosimano. This is one of the books I was most excited about being able to read before it was in stores. I received the eBook for free in exchange for my honest review.

The fourth installment picks up where the last book ended and ties up the loose ends from Finlay Donovan Knocks Them Dead (Finlay Donovan, #3) . . . so much so that I thought that this was going to be the last book in the series. However, Finlay Donovan Rolls The Dice ends up having a couple of cliffhangers, making me wonder what kind of trouble Finlay and Vero are going to get into in the next book. I expect that the next installment will take a different turn and am looking forward to seeing what direction Elle Cosimano takes us in.

As far as the storyline in this fourth book goes, it can be a bit outlandish at times. It's still a super fun read that had me on the edge of my seat, wondering what would happen next. Just expect to suspend belief in certain parts of the book. I consider this to be a beach read, but in a good way! It's reminiscent of the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich.

Two characters feature more prominently, the ex-husband and the boyfriend. Steven comes across as a man child, and I found myself disliking him even more than I did in previous books. Although, there were parts where I almost felt sorry for the poor schmuck. As far as Nick goes, I enjoyed getting to see his character developed a bit more, and I find myself liking him a lot more than I did in the first book. He's definitely growing on me with each book that comes out in the series.

In fact, this series is getting better with each book. Five out of five stars is what I gave Finlay Donovan Rolls The Dice (Finlay Donovan, #4) by Elle Cosimano. This book was published on March 5, 2024.

Another fantastic installment in the Finlay Donovan series aka the love of my life. For a second there at the end it was looking like this was going to be the final book and I started hyperventilating a bit… so that should tell you how attached to (and in love with) this series I am 🤣

Finlay Donovan rolls the dice takes off right where the previous one left off….and it’s just as hilarious, witty, chaotic, heartfelt and wholesome as each previous installment. I never fail to find myself laughing out loud to Finlay and Vero’s shenanigans while also having my heart racing a mile a minute at… well their shenanigans. The mystery aspect is always engaging and thrilling, the story in itself absorbing, the perfect amount of romance and the characters (all of them even the bad guys) endearing and entertaining. I love this series SO FREAKING MUCH and can’t wait for more 🥹

the fourth installment in the finlay donovan and simply continuing with the fun, captivating storytelling! there was so much happening in this one, one moment after the other, and I finished it within the span of a day. it was fun getting back into this world and seeing finlay and vero again but I honestly would have likely needed to reread the third one because it seemed like an abrupt jump into the new one, with little recap of what had previously happened, so I had refresh my memory as it went on. this plot line was intriguing but at times were was just too much that I felt was unnecessary at times - simply not sure that I am as invested in the series as I was at the beginning. despite this, I still had so much fun with this one and it was an excellent quick read that brought me back into a series I have really enjoyed!

I wanted to like this a lot, but I found myself DNF'ing this one. I will give this another try down the road.

In the latest of Finlay's escapades, the antics and trouble that she and Vero find themselves in is unimaginable and ridiculously over the top once again... and I am here for every second of their messy decisions. I thought there might be a wrap on some loose strings in the series, but there are still answers we need... Overall, I found this installment to be a fun, quick read with all the highlights of Finlay and Vero's typically bizarre (but strangely touching) friendship of nonsense.

This is the third book in the Finley Donovan series and it’s been awhile since I read the first two books. Each book is a continuation of the last one, with re-occurring characters and ongoing issues. As a result, I found it a bit difficult to jump back into Finley’s story. And, there’s a lot going on and it’s quite a ride.

Finley and Vero, Finley’s side-kick and nanny, are trying to locate Vero’s friend, Javi, who has apparently been kidnapped and could be somewhere in Atlantic City. At the same time, they are also trying to avoid the Russian mob, various other bad characters, and Finley’s boyfriend, Nick, who is part of a law enforcement team. For obvious reasons he poses a threat to their rather unorthodox plans.

If you think it sounds like Finley Donovan Rolls the Dice has lots of balls in the air, you’d be right. There’s also the addition of Finley’s mother, her two children, and an ex-husband. And those are just the major players. It’s non-stop action and it seems like one thing just leads to another. My only complaint is that it’s difficult to sort everyone out since the story is a continuation of Ms Cosimano’s previous book. A little more recap of the previous escapades would have helped immensely. It’s 3.5 stars for me. NetGalley provided an advance copy.

FINLAY DONOVAN ROLLS THE DICE had more of the classic Vero and Finlay antics than books 2 and 3 did, which made me happy. I always enjoy their ridiculous dynamic and the trouble they get themselves into. This was a fun read and certainly set us up for another book in this series. I hate saying this because I Ioved the first book in this series SO much, but I’m getting a little burnt out here. The romance part of the plot IMO is really kind of silly and I think the series could survive without it, but here we are. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I also think sometimes we’ve got too much going on and too many characters to keep track of. I’m hoping maybe we can get a new set of cozy mystery characters out of the author soon!

I give it 3.5 stars.

Finlay, Vero, the kids, Finlay's mother and Stephen all head to Atlantic City. Vero is desperate to find Javi, while Finlay is less than thrilled that Stephen is along (their divorce agreement states neither parent can take the kids out of state without the other parent's permission, so that's Stephen's reason for being tagging along and being a pest). Finlay's mother sees this as a girls' vacation, and a break from her less than appreciative husband.

Finley and Vero are up to their usual level of high jinx and frantic seat-of-the-pants plans as they must deal with Javi's kidnapper Marco (and Vero's loan shark). Then there are dead bodies, attempts to pretend that they're still alive, and find clues to both Javi's location and who killed the men.

Then four members of the police from home arrive, increasing Finlay's and Vero's stress levels astronomically, as not only will the pair have to hide their investigative activities from their travel buddies, but also officers of the law. Not a problem, right?

This series pushes credibility all the time, from its inception with Finlay and Vero's attempts to deal with their financial and personal issues, and ending up entangled with the Russian mob, dirty cops and various individuals intent on thwarting the women's safety and happiness. Instead, I read this series because it's just fun, silly, funny, and madcap, with the fantastic, central relationship between Finlay and Vero, which exemplifies trust, respect, sisterhood and friendship, from their first body burying, to their ridiculous jaunt through Atlantic City.

I cannot wait to read the next book in the series, particularly as it seems Finlay and Vero may be entering a new chapter in their particular brand of mayhem, based on the resolution to a plotline from book one.

Thank you to Netgalley and to St. Martin's Press for this ARC in exchange for my review.