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I am starting to have mixed feeling about these books. I loved the first two. The third one got a little unrealistic and this one, at times, felt downright silly. There is no way Finley and Vero could get away with the stuff they do, but somehow they all pull it off, all while Finn is dating the investigating officer.

That said, the characters are likable and the plot is fun, so overall a good read!

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The Finlay Donovan series are my all-time favorite, and the 4th book did not disappoint! A great combination of action and comedy with some really heartwarming characters. I really enjoyed how this ended, but I'm of course always hoping for another in the series!

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Finlay Donavon does miss! This series is fun, funny and gripping. This may be the best one yet!

Elle Cosimano writes a fun loving story that allows the reader to live in a world of hilarious crime and gripping tales. The character development across all 4 novels (especially this one) makes the world that is created so real. I laughed, I cried and I felt like I was there and these were my people. Cosimano writes a story that allows moms and 30+ women to realize that they are more than the surface presents. Women are fearless, intensely smart and ahead of any man in the story.

Cosimano hit this out of the park! I can’t wait for the next one!!

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Thank you to the publisher for a free copy of this book! I was so excited to get approved for the Netgalley of this 2024 release.
This series is just a lot of fun. I flew through this book, as always with this series. I love that each book we learn more about Vero and she's not just a side character. The involvement of Finlay's family was also fun in this book.

The case was very in depth, which I appreciated. It was not just some basic crime, but of course there are more bodies. There are always bodies. :) Cosimano truly writes a mystery that keeps your engaged.

Are some parts 100% unbelievable? Yes. Do I really care? Not really. Maybe just the garage scene. But as always, I highly recommend this seies.

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I have loved this entire series, and this was no exception. It was so fun to go on a road trip adventure with them and see (some of) their loose ends tied up. Many of the events were fairly implausible, but Finlay and Vero are still some of my favorite characters.

And with that ending, I'm already looking forward to book #5 in the series.

Thank you to Net Galley and Minotaur Books for the ARC.

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Finlay Donovan truly never gets old. Each and every installment in this series is incredible, and Finlay Donovan rolls the dice is no different. The twists that Elle puts in and the adventures that Vero and Finlay go on are the best. And can I just say reading this after getting to see Vero’s back story? Absolute chef’s kiss. The series ages like fine win and this one is no different. Elle is a masterful story weaver while still keeping things light-hearted and comical.

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Besides the first one, I think this is my fav in the series yet! I loved the casino theme of this one and thought it was well done. Many of the characters are very likable, even ones the reader is initially led on to not like. Even though I’m not rooting for Steven, I liked his character arc and it gave him more of a personality rather than just awful husband and father (bc he’s definitely got that going for him, too). My one complaint would be that Vero is a bit annoying, but I honestly think that might be personal preference rather than poor writing. All in all 5 ⭐️! Thanks St. Martin’s and NetGalley for this arc :)

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This was so full of suspense my anxiety couldn’t rest until I read the last page. I LOVE this series and I think each book keeps getting better. These are such likable, smart characters thrown into impossible, outrageous situations where the lines of right and wrong blur but their moral compass always points north. I think Elle Cosimano is a genius for building this world and I can wait to see where the adventure leads next. And the Hot Cop! I never knew closed door romance could be so spicy!

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Such a fun continuation of the Finlay Donovan series! I continue to love the characters and am constantly amused by their antics! I can’t wait for the (hopefully) fifth book to come out!

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Thank you NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the ARC! The latest in Finlay Donovan series, Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice takes us on a road trip to Atlantic City to find Javi and get back the Aston Martin (and maybe get Vero and Finlay out of hot water), but when Vero and Finlay stumble upon two dead bodies, they must find a way to keep themselves from being impicated, while trying to solve the remaining mysteries. This volume was slightly more satisfying than the last with more loose ends being tied, while still leaving a few things open. Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice is a fun romp of an adventure.

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A girl's road trip to Atlantic city. Add in 2 kids and your mom, Then the ex-husband insists he tag along. Before it's complete, the new boyfriend who is a cop shows up with your sister. WHAT ELSE could go wrong? Two dead bodies you have to hide while you search for what they were hiding. Add in more law enforcement, more gangsters, a missing car that held some valuable items--then mix in sleuthing, more dead bodies, dirty cops, kids lost in the casino in the middle of the night. And you have Elle Cosimano's wrap up in Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice! A hilarious yet realistic cat and mouse game where lives and love are on the line. Do not miss this one! I can't wait to see what Elle Cosimano writes next!

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A JAW DROPPING ENDING WOW!

I quickly fell in love with Finn and Vero after reading the first book in the Finlay Donovan series! Following suit with the series this book did not disappoint 👏🏼

I can’t wait for this book to hit the shelves and to grab the hard copy!

I loved the closure we felt for our main characters but the door is still wide open for more antics. Hoping there’s more to come from Elle and our favorite duo.

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Love the Finlay Donovan series! Somehow it’s funny and light while having murder, mystery AND a little romance thrown in. It’s been such a fun series to binge and this one isn’t any different!

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Finlay Donovan is back! She and her side-kick Vero are headed on a road trip to Atlantic City supposedly for a girls trip, but there is much more at stake. They are hot on the trail of a missing car, missing boyfriend and a loan shark. Things get complicated when Findlay’s ex husband, kids and mom decide to come along. This is book four in the series and they will all make more sense if read in order. Quirky characters, crazy antics will keep the reader entertained.

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Vero and Finlay at it again in the 4th book in the Finlay Donovan series, which proves to be just as thrilling, funny and easy to read as the previous books. Actually, if the previous books were a comedy of errors I'm not even sure where to start with this one except to say that it is completely awesome.

We get to know more about Stephen in this book (who I still hate), along with Cam (who I have a soft spot for), as well as Finlay's mother who is downright hilarious and Nick, who I seriously love so much. Can he join their burgeoning criminal empire? Because I think he should. But that would also compromise so much of who he is.

The conflict is real folks.

The setting in this book is Atlantic City, a place I've never been to, or seen much of but can now vividly picture due to Elle Cosimano's fabulous writing. I felt like I was there.

This road trip is full of twists and turns, casinos and fake wigs along with crooked ex cops and a (I'm picturing) adorable pupper, and a diabolical ex-wife, and for once I'm not talking Finlay.

There's also some growth in Stephen (god I hate to admit it), where he realizes, guess what? He's not all that and a bag of chips.

This book will make you laugh, cheer, gasp aloud and in general have a good time while scratching your head and wondering how the hell the team of Finlay and Vero get away with anything.

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I LOVE Finlay! If anyone asks me for a book recommendation, I always, always, always recommend this series! It’s got something for everyone and is just a delightful, can’t put down read!

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This series makes me laugh out loud. Sometimes it’s a little outrageous, but it always wraps up nicely. Finlay & Vero crack me up. I can’t wait to read the next one!

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I will never not read a Finlay book, they are hilarious, but still have a solid plot. Honestly, I want all of the books to be made into a series or movie--but especially this one. This was a wild ride. Literally. Super happy that there was some steam and spice with F and N! so GOOD!

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Finlay and Vero are at it again! In the 4th installment to the series, the pair are off to Atlantic City to find Vero’s old flame, Javi, who has been kidnapped. The situation becomes more complicated when Finlay’s ex, Steven, and her mom decide to tag along. As a cast of unsavory characters enter the picture, Vero and Finlay are again in a race for time.

I really enjoyed the characters’ interactions in this book! The situations they are placed in are the right combination of outlandish and plausible mixed with Elle Cosimano’s sense of humor. Over here hoping the series is turned into a movie!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the advanced copy of this title in exchange for my honest review.

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I have loved every book in this series and this one did not disappoint! Picking right up from the previous story, Finley and Vera are at it again with their hilarious banter and Finely’s ex husband too. I hope there’s more in the series but I can’t imagine how much more they ladies will be able to get through!

Thank you to the author, NetGalley, and publisher for this advanced copy!

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