FINLAY DONOVAN ROLLS THE DICE
Elle Cosimano

The Finlay Donovan series is one of the few series I follow. I feel like I have made friends with the characters and come to love them over the years. Have you started The Finlay Donovan Series yet?

What are you waiting for?

FINLAY DONOVAN JUMPS THE GUNS stars Finlay Donovan and a handful of characters we’ve come to know. Finlay is a suspense novelist who somehow always ends up in more trouble than the characters who star in her books.

Which is saying a lot.

Finlay, Vero, Steven, the kids, and a few other characters make their way to Atlantic City to solve a crime only to uncover another one. They make a bet and put it all on the line. Will their wagers pay off or will they end up broke and desperate, out of options?

I love this series and I think it only gets better with time. Finlay is a lovable character and I enjoy the relationship between her and the other characters in the book. The writing is cozy and the way everything gets wrapped up every time is even cozier.

The storyline is admittedly ridiculous, and it only gets more so over time. I’m here for the vibes and the fun and I’m looking forward to finding out what trouble Donovan gets into next. Pro tip: Don’t start here start at the first book in the series.

FINLAY DONOVAN ROLLS THE DICE comes out

Thanks to Netgalley, Macmillan Audio, St. Martin's Press, and Minotaur Books for the advanced copies! It was a pleasure!

FINLAY DONOVAN ROLLS THE DICE…⭐⭐⭐

The dynamic duo is back at it and I am here for every minute! Going away for a disguised girls’ weekend is more than just fun and games. Add in dead bodies, a lost dog, an annoying ex-husband, a little bit of romance, and Atlantic City will never be the same. I love this series. I laugh while also being on the edge of my seat wondering what shenanigans Finlay and Vero will find themselves in. I enjoy how the conclusion keeps me wanting more from this wacky pair. Can't wait for their next adventure. Thank you, NetGalley and St. Martins Press for my copy.

Finlay and Vero are back for more hijinks in this fourth book of the series, which picks up right where the third book left off. They decide to head to Atlantic City to try to deal with some of the problems left hanging at the end of the last book, only to find practically every character from the previous books along for the ride in one way or another, as they stumble into more crimes and problems and try to figure their way out of them.

Basically your opinion of this book will depend on how you feel about the rest of the series, as it is more of the same. I for one always have fun reading these books and love the goofy light mystery vibe. Although I have heard Elle Cosimano plans to write 7 books in this series, I felt like this book wrapped up a lot of the ongoing plot lines which I think is a good thing. I’m happy to read more of their adventures, but 7 books is a lot so I think it’s good for them to move on to some newer adventures.

I just have so much fun reading all of these books!!

Finlay and Vero head to Atlantic city to tie up some loose ends, and everything goes sideways from there, as per usual. The two ladies navigate their relationships, their debt (both monetary and to the Russian mob), as well as their newfound knowledge of who the ~dirty cop~ is that’s working for Feliks.

I really enjoyed this books ode to single motherhood and feminism, a whole lot of girl bossing, and that we get to see Finlay setting her boundaries with Steven, having him pull his own weight.

Finlay Donovan and Vero are searching for their stolen Aston Martin which had been guarded by Vero's childhood crush Javi. The trail leads to Atlantic City but Finlay is forced to bring her ex-husband Steven, their 2 children and her mother along on this trip.

But when they fail in their negotiations with loan shark Marco, Finlay & Vero sneak into his Villagio suite & end up finding 2 dead bodies. Then Finlay's police sister Georgia, her new love interest detective Nick & two other police officers show up. Finlay & Vero have to do a lot of evading & sneaking out of rooms in order to save themselves.

This was my least favourite book in the Finlay Donovan series.

I received a digital ARC from Netgalley and St. Martin's Press. All opinions are my own.

I absolutely love this series. I am completely invested in all these characters, especially Finlay, Nick, Vero and Javi. There was so many far fetched twists in this book, but it was so entertaining. I can't wait for the next one and I love how the little cliffhangers at the end set it up for the next so perfectly.
Thanks to St. Martins, Elle Cosimano and Netgalley for an early copy.

Hijinks, humor, henchmen, high-rollers, and heat! This one has it all!
I look forward to each new Finlay story, and this one did not disappoint! This is the fourth book in the series, and they do need to be read in order as parts of the storyline continue from book to book. This one picks up right where book three left off and sees Finlay, Vero, and the regular characters trek to Atlantic City to locate Vero's crush, Javi, who has been kidnapped, cut a deal with a loan shark, and locate a stolen car.

Finlay and Vero are two of my favorite characters across any genre, and their strong friendship, banter, and ability to roll with the chaos are unmatched. They are relatable, fun and funny. Cosimano writes witty dialogue for these two, and Vero always makes me laugh. They are quick-thinking and quick with one-liners, and I adore spending time with them!

Cosimano is an engaging writer whose bingable books are brimming with hilarious scenes while delivering solidly plotted mysteries. The comedy is a mix of silly and dark humor and laugh-out-loud funny. I enjoyed the Atlantic City setting, how the whole cast ended up there, and the ensuing misadventures from everyone being in such close quarters. This one also dials up the romance between Finlay and Nick.

The mystery is action-packed, suspenseful, and entertaining from start to finish. The resolution was satisfying, but then, oh my goodness, that very last twist! I cannot wait to see how that plays out in book five! I absolutely loved this!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press Minotaur Books for the free book!

Another cute romp, this time through Atlantic City, with plenty of dead bodies and more minor crimes to keep Vero and Finlay busy. The kids are conveniently absent through the majority of the book, being watched by their dad, grandmother or aunt - I always walk away from this book wishing I had that many levels of childcare...

What if I tell you “Finlay Donovan: Mission Atlantic City” is the funniest book in the series? Four books in, and Elle Cosimano is still capable of writing masterpieces.

I’ve concluded that my expectations for the other books were too high and I wasn't treating them for what they were: a fun escape from reality.
I’m still of the idea that things worked a little too well for Finlay, way detached from reality, but for this one, my only goal was to enjoy the journey. And what an adventure!

So, Finaly still has awful timing and ends up being a crucial part of someone else murders, but everything ends up fine thanks to her endless luck and the attitude of a spy. And the crush the detective has for her. And the poor opinions her ex-husband has on her. And the unlimited trust of her best friend. You get the drill.
I mean, did you think Steven was a better person after someone tried very hard to kill him? Well, you're wrong.
Also, no sexy lawyer here, but I'm not giving up; I know we’ll see him again, especially after the final twist.

As an Italian, I feel I must emphasize the stereotypes of only Russians and Italians being the bad guys and the difference between them. I mean, it's all fun, but don't we forget how the real Italian mafia really works.
Anyway, the so-called Italian gangsters are the funniest part of the story, so I'll hold on to the lecture and say that yes, we could kill whoever threatens our dog.

Now, how long do I have to wait for the next one? Because I needed it yesterday!

Thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley, who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest opinion.

I have loved this series from the first book, and this installment was no exception. It is laugh out loud funny without sacrificing the plot for the comedy. There is just the perfect balance of unbelievable situations with “wait, I can actually see that happening” and I adore every single moment of it.

Finaly and Vero are back and they are headed to Atlantic City to save Vero’s boyfriend Javi, who has been kidnapped. Of course, they can’t simply head off to Atlantic City to save the day. Finlay’s ex-husband insists on coming along and bringing their kids, and just when they are leaving Finaly’s mom convinces them that it is best if she drives them all.

This is one of those series that doesn’t take itself too series and neither should you. It is just here for a good time and it really is a good time. I always have such a blast with this series and every single book has been fantastic. Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice was no exception and I was genuinely laughing out loud throughout the entire book.

This book seemed to wrap up a lot of the issues that have been haunting Finlay throughout the series so far and I started to worry that the series will be wrapping up. The end of the book set us up for more drama and left us with a bit of a cliffhanger, so I am hopeful that we will be getting more of Finlay, Vero and all of the characters that I have come to love so much.

Absolutely loved the latest installment in the Finlay Donovan series. It was so fun to see Vero and Javi together! A wonderful combination of mystery, humor, and romance. I know the secrets between Finlay and nick will eventually come to a head, but I’m excited to see where the adventures go. While Vero and Finlay may have different love interests, the bond between the two of them is unshakeable and i love that!

The Finlay Donovan books are such a delight, each one is better than the last. Although the books are somewhat goofy, the characters and writing are so strong and they're so meta and self-aware that it doesn't matter. Finlay and Vero's adventures get even more zany and madcap in this latest installment. The whole crew ends up in Atlantic City, including Finlay's ex husband, children, mother, sister, agent, a slew of cops and criminals and some funny dogs. Of course this all turns into fodder for her next book. The characters get themselves into ridiculous situations, and somehow manage to get out of them in a hilarious way. I will continue to read all of these books.

This is book 4 in the series and picks up right where book 3 ended. I can’t get enough of this series! It’s so fast paced, fun, and witty. Some of the situations Finlay and Vero get themselves into are a little over the top but I personally think it adds to the humor and quirkiness of the series. The audiobook I think really makes it - Angela Dawe really brings these characters to life. I will forever recommend this series to everyone!

Thank you so much for allowing me to read an advanced copy of Finlay Donovan Rolls The Dice!

Book four of the Finlay Donovan series: Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice, kicks off with a road trip to Atlantic City for Finlay, Vero, Finlay’s ex-husband, her mother and her two kids. Although they say they are in need of a girls trip, this trip is anything but a relaxing trip to the spa! Finlay and Vero are really on a mission to rescue Javi from his kidnappers, deal with Vero’s loan shark and to find the Aston Martin. What could go wrong?

This book follows the previous three books, finding Finlay and Vero in a series of crazy and outlandish entanglements with tons of humor along the way. I really enjoyed it but I do wish I would have gone back and refreshed my memory on the previous books. This book does take place right where book three left off and does not go back and explain details I had forgotten, assuming the reader already knows. There is so much going on during this Atlantic City trip which makes this a page turner with absolutely no time to get bored. Overall, I love the Finlay Donovan series and I eagerly anticipate each new book being released. Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice did not disappoint. It is a quick, fun read and it was good to be immersed in the craziness yet again! 😊

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for this eGalley.

Finlay and Vero decide to head to Atlantic City to settle Vero's debts and save Javi. They find Marco and he refuses to settle the debt. Then they sneak into a loan shark's hotel room and find him and another man dead. Without giving too much away, this is a typical Finlay adventure with twists and turns at every page.

This series is one of my favorites. The writing is so fun and this book was no different! I think the first two books were the strongest, but I liked the flow of the story, the high stakes, and the cliffhanger ending.

Thank you Netgalley for an arc of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I have really enjoyed the Finlay Donovan books and this was no exception. This one certainly has a full cast of characters. Finlay's "girls weekend" with Vero to Atlantic City to try to rescue Vero's guy from a money shark ends up with just about everyone they know showing up. There are good cops, bad cops, computer hackers, an ex-husband, children and Finlay's mother. You can imagine how hard it is for the two women to sneak around trying to locate the missing man.

If you're wanting things to be realistic, just go on to the next book in your TBR. This story isn't realistic, but it is fast moving, hilarious and so entertaining!

Thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the copy. All thoughts are my own.

Finlay and Vero are back again in another action packed and hilarious book! This one might be my second favorite in the series behind the first book. It was hilarious and fast paced and I truly wish this were a tv series. There is so much to keep straight in these books and I definitely don't do a good job of it, but the good thing is that it doesn't seem to matter that much. I have a great time with them regardless and it's definitely nice to suspend reality for a period of time. I liked how the ending set the scene for what's to come and I'm already looking forward to it!

This is number 4 in the Finlay Donovan series and picks up right where #3 leaves off. Finlay and Vero are off to Atlantic City to rescue Javi and the troublesome Aston Martin. Only they didn't realize Finlay's ex-husband, her mother and her kids would be along for the ride. Of course there are the usual hijinks that only Finlay and Vero can get up to (and out of.) Hot-cop Nick, Finlay's sister and her paramour also make an appearance and this is a girls' weekend you won't soon forget. Best news of all, it seems Finlay has finally tied up all loose ends with that pesky mob business, only to have the police show up at her neighbor's home across the street. This means a #5 is on the way!

*Special thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for this e-arc.*

Synopsis: In the fourth installment of the Finlay Donovan series, Finlay and Vero wind up in Atlantic City to find a missing person and a stolen car, and this time the whole family is along for the ride.
Thoughts: Finlay Donovan has become on of those series for me that is reliably enjoyable. I know what to expect, and the author consistently delivers a fun, zany read. Finlay and Vero are up to their wild shenanigans again in this book, picking up right where the third left off and with a great segue into book five. A note on the audio: I have listened to this entire series on audio, and Angela Dawes captures the characters and vibe of the story pertectly.
Read this if vou like:
Atlantic City
zany characters
shenanigans
cozy/fun mysteries
Stephanie Plum

Thank you Net Galley for providing me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Finlay Donovan you tricky girl!
Let’s start off by saying I have read the first two books in this series, skipped the third, and now finished the 4th. I did not feel like this really impacted my understanding of the story. The author does an amazing job of telling us exactly what happened in the last book. I don’t know if I could pick this up and read it as a stand alone, but I don’t recommend that anyway because the first two are really fun reads.
First, I loved how this book involved so many of the characters we love. Taking everyone on a trip was a brilliant idea, the forced proximity was amazing for the plot, and allowed us to see some good misery for our boy Steven. If we were going to include him, I’m thrilled he had a terrible time. Literally putting every character into like 4 hotel rooms made for some really fun situations, and made it feel like even more of an inconvenient situation for Finlay and Vero.
These books have always been outlandish, and this one is no exception, but I like that the book acknowledges that when Silvia points out how unbelievable Finlay’s books are. I truly felt like I was in an insane rat race around AC.
The only reason this book wasn’t a 5 star read for me was the pacing. It’s very very action packed, and I felt like we were literally going all over the place and meeting new people so quickly. With this many pages happening over the course of like 3 days, it just didn’t feel physically feasible.
Overall, a great read, and a great series!