This book is finally out in the world!

Honestly, I love Finlay Donovan so much. I couldn't wait to read this one and it definitely did not disappoint. This pretty much what I excepted the third book to be but I know the author has a long commitment with this character so there will be some filler books in the mix. I swear the shenanigans get crazier than the last one. I also love how the author finds ways to include all the characters into the story. I originally wasn't thrilled about having Finlay's ex husband around but he ended up being not being a big part. It was fun having Finlay dunk on him and him having to take care of the kids while the shenanigans could ensue. I'm not sure what the next book is going to be about but I can't wait!

Thanks to Netgalley and St. Martin's Press for the E-Book. Elle Cosimano does it again Finlay and Vero and their adventures did not disappoint. I love how Finlay is portrait as a Hot Mess mom because lets face it most of us fall into that category whether we admit it or not. Finlay is always a good time and a good read. I cant wait for the next one so I can devour it

I have loved every single Finlay Donovan book and Rolls The Dice was no different! I laughed so much! You truly never know what’s going to happen with them and it’s so entertaining to read. Finlay and Vero are an incredible pair and I am just obsessed with them. I can’t wait to read more!

Road trip with Findlay and Vero for this fourth book in the series. I should have read the first one before this one. But still really good.

Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice is the forth installment in @ellecosimano ‘s hilarious mystery series about a single mom- author turned mob assassin- amateur detective. I do believe this is my new favorite in this series!

It’s a wild ride as Finlay and Vero head to Atlantic City to rescue Vero’s ex boyfriend Javi. They wind up having to bring Finlay’s kids, her ex, and her mother in tow. Unfortunately, she and Vero’s propensity for finding dead bodies at just the wrong time also follows them.

I loved all four of these novels. Rolls the Dice finds the perfect mix of action and comedy as Finlay juggles the mess of getting unwittingly involved with the mob with her hot cop new boyfriend, who presents even more challenges to the mess, along with some well deserved romance.

Thank you St. Martin’s Press, NetGalley, and Elle Cosimano for the wonderful chance to read the latest adventure of Finlay Donovan. Oh my goodness, if you haven’t read these delightful books yet run to your nearest bookstore or library and dive in. Finlay Donovan and her crazy nanny Vero are heading for Atlantic City to rescue Javi, Vero’s boyfriend after he was kidnapped in their last escapade. These ladies have a fabulous way of finding trouble without even meaning to. It just literally falls in their laps. Between mafia bad guys, dirty cops, sexy cops, ex husband, children not to mention the rest of her family Finlay manages to still keep her cool and find a way to save the day with lots of laughter and love throughout the book. I look forward to reading more from Elle Cosimano and following Finlay and Vero on more exciting adventures.

Happy pub day to Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice by @ellecosimano! I’m not a series person, but this one has absolutely sucked me in and I look forward to my time with the characters every year.

It’s hard to talk about this one without giving away spoilers from other books, but I think I can safely say that Finlay and Vero need to go to Atlantic City to deal with Vero’s debt to a loan shark and save Vero’s childhood crush Javi, among other things. But when they lie and say they’re going for a girl’s weekend away—with the kids—Finlay’s ex-husband, Steven, and her mother insist on coming along which—not surprisingly—just makes everything more complicated.

I think with this series you’re in one of two camps. You love it or you don’t. If you love it, you’ll love this book as much as the other installments. It contains all the ridiculous situations you’re used to with Finlay and Vero, characters you’ve grown to love along the way , and, at its core, the kind of unbreakable female friendship that we should all be lucky enough to have—maybe without the bodies. Yes, there are more in this installment. And there’s romance in the air for more than one of the characters. I laughed through the entire book, and, as always, can’t wait for the next installment.

As someone who doesn’t remember details from books well a few months after I read them, let alone years later, I do wish there was a “previously with Finlay and Vero” bullet point section at the beginning. The author does a great job weaving past details into the narrative so I was never lost, but I would love something more overt. For example, I need to talk to someone about the cliff hanger ending because I’m not sure I remember enough to know if I’m supposed to know what going on.

Filled with so much action and misadventure! Finlay and Vero are on a quest-that takes them to Atlantic City. When they hit the road, they have a carload, including Finlay’s, mom and children and even her ex. At every turn, a new layer is peeled back adding to the complexity of the investigation. Finley is trying to juggle all of the relationships in her life from her mom to her ex to her new beau Nick. Her life sure has become complicated!
Packed with so many twists and surprises this one kept me turning pages quickly hoping to solve the mystery alongside the characters. I especially love how Finlay and Vero’s friendship has evolved and the way Finlay is growing as a character over the course of the series.

Fans of the Finlay Donovan series are going to just want more !!
4.5 stars

Thank you to NetGalley, Minotaur Books, and Ms. Cosimano for the opportunity to read an ARC of this title. An honest review was requested but not required.

Frankly I was expecting this series to have jumped the shark. I mean honestly. How on EARTH can Finlay & Vero keep this breakneck pace up? I was predisposed to read this while rolling my eyes at the over-the-topness of it all.

And yet. I laughed OUT LOUD. Chapter 16? The "long arm of the law has arrived on the scene?" OMG. I laughed out loud, REALLY loud, at the debut of a certain "Officer".... in the middle of the gym while doing the elliptical. Detective Dolce and her partner, Detective Gabbana? *snort*. Chapter 26, when Finlay says she feels like she's watching a low-budget episode of Squid Games. Or Chapter 29's rant from Finlay's mom. (OK, Finlay's mom, I feel so seen! Our husbands are twins!). And I was so so happy for Javi.

My only real problem with these stories is Finlay's relationship with Nick. She is fully aware that lying is the biggest deal-breaker for him, but... her entire relationship with him is a lie and every word she says to him is another one. I'm really not sure how she intends to rectify that but I hope she can turn a new page moving forward. (And get some sleep, because seriously, girl got about 7 hours cumulatively during the whole girls trip weekend.)

Looking forward to seeing what happens with Mrs. Haggerty in the next one :)

8/10
Mystery??

This book came out today! You should get it!! My first ARC (advanced reader copy) and it did not disappoint.

This is the fourth book in the Finlay Donovan series. The books are a unique genre. They’re funny, suspenseful, thriller, romance, and fiction. The main character is a author who gets herself into some unusual situations with dead bodies, mob bosses, kidnapping, and a plethora of other outrageous situations. She raising to the occasion and figures it out sometimes in equally outrageous ways.

I loved the fourth one even more than the other 3 because you get to know the characters and you love them. Finlay Donvovan isn’t just a divorced mom of 2 and a struggling author. She’s a friend. She follows her heart. She does her best. She is an icon.

“Finley Donovan Rolls the Dice" by Elle Cosimano is a gripping tale of suspense, humor, and unexpected twists. As Finlay and her partner-in-crime, Vero, embark on a supposed girls' weekend in Atlantic City, they find themselves caught up in a dangerous game of negotiation, rescue, and mystery. Cosimano expertly weaves together multiple plotlines, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with each new revelation.

With its fast-paced narrative, witty dialogue, and colorful characters, "Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice" is a captivating read from beginning to end. Cosimano's skillful storytelling and attention to detail create a vivid and immersive world that readers won't want to leave. Whether navigating the complexities of family dynamics or facing off against a decomposing loan shark, Finlay's journey is both thrilling and entertaining.

"Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice" is a must-read for fans of suspenseful mysteries with a touch of humor. Cosimano's unique voice and compelling storytelling make this book a standout in the genre and one of my all time favorite series.

I am not saying the books are the same, but this series reminds me how I felt when I first read the Stephanie Plum series. I was new to audiobooks and they were just so easy to listen to and so entertaining. Already on book 4, this series feels like a comfort read/listen for me.

I’m not sure how Finlay and Vero have such bad luck, but this time they head to Atlantic City to track down Vero’s boyfriend Javi. Finlay’s Mom, ex-husband and two children tag along for the trip. They work to stay a step ahead of Finlay’s cop boyfriend and the bad guys.

Filled with humor as the pair wrestle with dead bodies, a dog named Kevin Bacon and try to stay alive and out of jail. I waffled between chuckling and shaking my head.

In addition to the antics I really like Finlay and Vero. I root for their poor decision making to turn out OK. And Nick, Finlay’s cop boyfriend, a little bit of a dream but I have to wonder how good of a cop he is to miss what is right in front of him.

Is this the most plausible storyline? Probably not to most people. But does the entertainment factor outweigh the lack of plausibility? Definitely. It’s a fun caper that I enjoyed from start to finish.

Angela Dawe is a great choice of narrator. She brings a fresh energy to the narration and takes the story up a notch for me. While I like the story, I think being surrounded by the book makes me like it even more.

If you’d just like to take a break from life and escape, this book is a great choice to make that happen.

Finlay and Vero are back in the fourth installment of this series, and they left their mark on Atlantic City!

We start only a little while after where we left off in Book 3 going from the police academy to a road trip to New Jersey. Only Finlay and Vero have to take the long way around due to Vero's crimes she committed in Maryland. Also, Finlay's ex-husband won't let her leave with the kids without him so he tags along. Also, Finlay's mom, sister, boyfriend, and the local police squad.

A lot goes on in the short amount of time from when the group arrives in Atlantic City and I'm amazed Finlay was able to function with the little amount of sleep she gets in the first few chapters. The crimes that Finlay and Vero have committed only grow longer as they attempt to defeat the Russian mob before Finlay's boyfriend and his group find it out first. This adventure is more ridiculous than the previous stories and the comedy is great if you allow yourself the chance to not overthink the crazyness.

I also wish there was a summary of the previous book's sort of prologue to help the reader dive back into the story. Especially ones who have kept up with this series from the beginning There were a few characters I forgot from previous books and had to take a moment to remember before continuing with Book 4.

Despite the overload of plot points in a short amount of time, Elle does a fabulous job of tying all the webs together to create a fun ending. The cliffhanger we're left off with at the end of this book should create a fun Book 5, bringing back a fan-favorite character! Overall, this was another entertaining and bizarre adventure that I hope comes to life in the planned TV show!

I have read everything in the Finlay Donovan series. Each is a little more intricate than the one before. At points it can be a little tough to keep track of all of the connections between characters. However, the book is an entertaining, light-hearted read. I particularly liked the outcome for one of the main characters.

Finlay and Vero are back! 

And as usual, they've embroiled themselves in a completely ridiculous conflict that is highly entertaining. 

Fans of the Finlay Donovan series will delight in this newest installment, which includes the same hilarious antics we all loved in the first few books. This story wraps up most of the plotlines from previous books, as well, leaving room for new conflicts to take the lead on future entries. I think this is a wise choice, especially when paired with the different setting in this book. It keeps the series feeling fresh.

Wow!! This book was one of my most highly anticipated reads for 2024 and it certainly did not disappoint! I was so happy to dive back into the world of Finlay and Vero and follow thier shenanigans! I read this in about 24 hours and I kept thinking about it every time I had to put it down. It was filled with action and intrigue, fantastic humor that had me laughing out loud and giggling!

I hope there is going to be a next book because the ending?? Such a good book’!

I just love this series!! In their latest adventure, Finlay and Vero, and others, head to Vegas where more chaos ensues!! I was also lucky enough to get an early copy of the audiobook version which made the book even more hilarious!

Get in girls, we’ve got a mystery to solve in Atlantic City!

What an absolutely joy it is to dive back into the messy and murderous world of Finlay Donovan. I’ve been lucky enough to receive an early copy of all four installments of this series, so I can confidently say each new adventure has felt seriously addicting read, and hard to put down - but Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice might be the funniest book of them all. There were several times where I actually had to stop reading because I was laughing so hard. Between laughs, squeals and groans I enjoyed every second of Finlay and Vero’s newest pulse-racing journey.

Book 4 of a series can be hard to pull off but Elle Cosimano delivered everything I could have hoped for. We got even more mysteries, higher stakes, and somehow even wilder adventures for our favorite gal pals. While I’ve seen some people complain that many moments in this series could be far fetched or unbelievable, but I think that what makes it so fun. Sure the things that happen to Finlay and Vero seem almost impossible, but the stress is on almost. With the perfect circumstances and the revolving comedy of errors, our heroines just realistically enough find themselves in the stickiest of situations. I’m not sure where the series goes from here, but the ending leaves just enough loose ends that I wouldn’t hesitate to follow Finlay down the rabbit hole once again.

🤍Thank you St. Martins Press for the earc copy of Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice! 🤍

I never fail to absolutely fly through these books. They suck me in every time!

Finlay might be the unluckiest character ever and the sheer amount of shenanigans and sticky situations she and Vera find themselves in is hysterical.

The romance has me in a chokehold and it’s so swoony. I’m ready to see how this series will conclude.

Read if you love:
• comedy and mystery
• morally grey characters
• hilarious mishaps
• swoony romance
• an ongoing series

I will say I’m getting tired of the repetition and asking “okay but surely this will finally happen in this book.”

★ ★ ★ ★/5
Steam: fade to black
TW: people unalived, bodies, some language
Out Now!

3.5 stars This was the conclusion of the Finlay Donovan series and I'm happy to have read it, but I'm glad the series is done. It was getting a little ridiculous. Entertaining, but ridiculous.