The dynamic duo is back! I had so much fun joining Finlay and Vero on their next excursion. This installment takes them to Atlantic City which was such a fun setting. Having visited AC several times, it was such a treat to really get a sense of the setting from this perspective. There were several laugh out loud moments and of course situations that you just cannot believe these two have gotten themselves into. I enjoyed this book a lot and I love Finlay and Vero more and more each time.

Thank you to NetGalley & St. Martin's Press for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

This review will be posted on Goodreads and on my IG page @thebookafigtionado.

Another wonderful adventure for single-mom extraordinaire Finlay Donovan. This time, Finlay's adventures take her to Atlantic City along with her trusty nanny/accountant/partner-in-crime Vero, but this time they're also joined by Finlay's mother, her two young children, and her ex-husband, none of whom are aware of the real reasons that Finlay and Vero need to go to New Jersey. Finlay and Vero continue to find themselves in both hilarious and harrowing situations, all in an effort to stop mob boss Feliks and rescue a loved one that's been kidnapped.

I picked up the first Finlay Donovan book on a whim and immediately fell in love with this character and have enjoyed every adventure. All I can say is that I hope that a 5th book is in the works!

Thank you to Elle Cosimano, St. Martin's Press, and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve read every Finlay book and each one is just as fun as the next. If you need something to change up your reading moods, these books will always do the trick!

One does have to wonder, how many times Finlay can be around dead bodies while dating a police officer and being related to one. 🤪 will she ever confess, I don’t know!

This story had a bit of cursing in it, a little bit of closed door discussion, but never descriptions.
They are in Atlantic City, so you will find things like strippers and gambling, drinking and mention of drugs.

One thing I haven’t loved about these books are how children are mentioned. They are just left to wait around for their mom to “save the world”. I feel like the children’s and ex- husband characters are written a little poorly and Inconvenient almost.

Team Finlay forever. 🎲 These books are just so much fun and I can’t get enough of them. Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice picks up right where the third book left off (so you might want to give yourself a quick refresher before picking this one up in March). I will say this book was all over the place at times but I do feel that Elle Cosimano does a great job tying it all together. The ending (this one especially) always leaves me wanting more. And I guess that is the goal, right? The characters are so fun to read about and learn more about. These books are ones that I could absolutely see myself picking up and reading a few times.

Do I need to know more about certain characters in this book? Absolutely.

Will I read the next book? No doubt about that one.

Will I buy the fourth book even though I just read an early copy? Duh.

Do I need Elle Cosimano to sign a copy of the fourth book for me since all my others are signed by her? I think so.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press on NetGalley for the advanced reader copy in return for an honest review. Keep me in mind for book 5! 😉

Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice
Ellie Cosimano
Mar 5, 2024
Minotaur
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
I’ve read other Finlay books and this may be my favorite, excellent writing. Character development, storyline and cover are great. This book didn’t disappoint.
5 star

Another zany and outrageous adventure of Finlay and Vero! I’ll say that this is my favorite sequel yet, this installment keeps you on your toes and always guessing without giving too much away.

Finlay and Vero have ventured off to Atlantic City and while they intended to be alone just about everyone they know ends up there, making things exceedingly difficult in regards to tracking down a missing man and missing car. As usual the antics they get into are unpredictable and nail-biting (and I loved every minute of it).

5/5 stars!

⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the E-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur for the ARC in exchange for my honest review. Oh how excited I was to get approved yet again for this ARC! Since I read the last installment as an ARC, if I had to wait until March, it would be TORTURE! What I love about this series is it legit picks up from the last one. I did have to reference the previous to remember who some of the characters were. This is mostly because of the sheer volume of books I read! I love Joe this one took the entire gang to Atlantic City, and we got see more of Finlay’s mom! @ellecosimano does such a great job at writing this series that is filled with humor and crazy antics, yet is full of mystery and keeps me on the edge of my seat! Without giving too many spoilers to the Finlay fans out there, but I enjoyed how this one, similarly to the last, continued to tie up some story lines while opening up a whole new can of worms for the next! Now to wait a year (or more if I can’t get an ARC!) for the next one! I cannot recommend this series enough! Check out book 4 on March 5, 2024!

The latest installment in the series follows a pretty much similar template where we see Finlay and Vero getting involved in mob and various killings along with having to take care of getting rid of bodies and what not. This time the action takes place in Atlantic city. I felt the first half to be more on the slower side but it picked up very nicely and came together in the last quarter. The plot is eccentric and over the top as usual and it was fun to read this one. The author leaves us with some clues about where the story is headed in the next one and I am more excited for that one already! For fans of Finlay, you will enjoy this fun ride again!

Finlay Donovan is the unexpected hero and I am living for it. Finlay and her "nanny" or friend you could say get involved in the Russian gangs in an unexpected twist. Initially the two decide to escape to Atlanta City to fix their "problem" and rescue someone but when Finlay arrives to pick up the kids from Stephen her ex husband things get a little twisted. What should be just the two turns into a whole family affair and then later into a family, boyfriend, dirty cop, and gang affair. Knowing Finlay things aren't always what they seem!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book and read it in one sitting! I couldn't put it down. The continuation of the story from the perfect book was fantastic but I do think it would be worth doing a small backstory in the beginning for context. With the time difference of the last book to the this book there are people who would probably forget certain things. With that being said, before you go to read this one I would highly suggest reading the other books or at least a synopsis of them to make sure you know the story line. Other than that this book was exactly what I expected from Elle and was perfect! I am interested to see if this Finlay story keeps going because I truly believe this is the most fun I have had reading in a long time!

OBESESED THE FINLAY DONOVAN BOOKS ARE ONE OF A KIND !! i THOUGHT IT WAS OVER WITH THE LAST ONE BUT ONCE AGAIN FINLAY AND VERO ARE UP TO ALOT OF FUN!

Finlay Donovan is at it again! Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice is book #4 in the series and it picks up right were #3 leaves off. There is plenty of action and humor (and feminism) infused in the book which I am labeling a mystery although it doesn't entirely fit in the mystery/thriller genre. This book is a shape-shifter and feels a bit like a quirky romance with murder and suspense, yet it's humorous. Perhaps it could be described as a cross between a Sally Hepworth and Emily Henry novel. It is neither one or the other entirely, but a bit of both.

Reader beware! Do NOT pick up this book without reading the first three. This series is very plot driven and must be read in order. There is A LOT of plot, so a recap isn't really helpful and easy to spoil; therefore, I will skip it.

I thought the first book was pretty fun, but books 2-4 were a little less so for me. I wasn't sure if I would pick up book 3 or 4, yet I did because I really enjoy Finlay and Vero's friendship and mishaps they get into and out of together. If you are a reader who enjoys a touch of romance and humor infused with your hard-to-believe mystery books, look no further than the Finlay Donovan series!

Thanks for Netgalley and Minotaur Books for this incredibly fun ARC.

Finlay is back at it again, this time with the whole gang in Atlantic City. This book picks up right where the previous one left off. Finlay and Vero are the besties we all wish we had. This go around we got more Sylvia content and she is a nice addition as she wants Finlay in these situations so she can write more! Nick is the perfect hot cop that adds to the story. This reads like an action packed comedy and you can barely put it down. Finlay's antics keep the reader literally laughing out loud. There is tons of sassy and hilarious banter between the main characters when they’re in their sticky situations. Do yourself a favor and make sure to pick this one up!

I adore the Finlay Donovan books! They are some of my most readily recommended books. They make me laugh and keep me guessing the entire time. I love the outlandish adventure and the comical scenarios Finlay and Vero get themselves into. The characters are all well defined and distinct. The plot points are eccentric, but it absolutely works for the tone of these books and it keeps you entertained the entire time! I love how the details of the twists and turns are so precise. I will always read anything starring Finlay Donovan.

The easiest 5 stars I've ever given! This is my comfort series, which sounds insane based on the content, but it makes for amazing escapism. Cosimano takes what should be a gruesome scene and breathes humor and ridiculousness into it.

Each installment of the Finlay Donovan series somehow just keeps getting better. I do recommend reading in order, since the cast of characters has grown so much.

The story picks up immediately where the last book ended. Finlay and Vero read a note that sends them to Atlantic City in search of a car, a loan shark, Vero's friend, and a few days away from all the cops in their lives (so they can actually get stuff done). Of course, nothing goes to plan. Right off the bat, the kids have to join, so Finlay's ex husband demands being brought along. From there we get more tagalongs and late arrivals joining the crew at their seedy hotel, of course causing more chaos. Finlay also puts her ex in his place and it is *chefs kiss* wonderful.

Threats are exchanged, bodies show up, an iconic car heist may or may not take place, and we piece together the puzzle in real time with Finlay. There are also amazing displays of women supporting women. Like aMaZiNg, holler-and-whoop moments. The series gets wrapped up expertly, while also leaving us with a glimmer of what's to come.

As someone who doesn't do horror: this series is like if you were watching a horror/thriller, but it's actually a cartoon and it's on mute and you're playing Taylor Swift over it. So it's not scary, but it is extremely funny.

Many thanks for the ARC! I look forward to every single Finlay Donovan book! They are so fun to read and are well developed. This one was no exception! I loved reading about Javi and Vero, Nick and Finlay and the friendship between Vero and Finlay. So ready for the next one!

This author never disappoints! This was another fun filled thriller! I love the way the author describes the casino hotel. I’ve stayed in one just like😅 I could smell the carpet and rooms. The descriptions in this book were spot on! I love this series. I work at a bookstore and have put many copies in my customers hand. I look forward to selling this one.

This one was SO much more fun than books 2 and 3, in my opinion!
Steven insisted he join Vero and Finlay on a trip because "she could not take the kids without his consent", but he had no intentions on caring for them whike there. Loved that Finlay (while maybe not doing the best parenting herself) forced him to be a DAD! He couldn't handle his own kids for ONE weekend and he really thought he could take them from her? Or judge her for how she raises them on her OWN?! HA joke was him! It was hilarious lol
There was less romantic moments between her and Nick, whichbwas no fun. But they seemed solid as a couple and I love how supportive Nick was of Finlay ☺️
The investigation part of the novel continued on from where book 3 left off. Finlay is in search of her fancy car, the thumb drive, and surviving the mob. Everything from (once again) not calling the cops when she finds dead bodies, breaking in a car garage, dodging corrupt cops, etc. seemed a bit unrealistic.
Yes, the story got over the top, unrealistic, silly and a bit obvious but at the same time, it was fun. The characters were just fun to tag along with and I found myself just letting go of all those "that could never happen" thoughts and just enjoyed the ride haha
Alas, just when I thought everything was tied up nicely and Finlay can drop the shenanigans and be real with Nick....the book ends in a cliffhanger that makes it obvious more books will be coming. Not sure how I feel about that but hopefully that means I get a more romantic ending later 😂

This is another installation of the Finlay series, this one on a road trip to Atlantic City, with the whole family along for the ride. Unbelievable, but funny, scenarios keep happening while Finlay tries to keep her family safe.

I received an advanced copy through Netgalley, but all opinions are my own.

Finlay Donovan cannot seem to catch a break! She and Vero are back for the fourth time to wrap up their dealings with the Russian mob boss, an Atlantic City loan shark, and to rescue Javi. While much of the storyline is fantastical, somehow I’m still left rooting for Finlay and Vero to make it out unscathed. This time the whole family is on the trip including Finlay’s mom, Steven and the children. I’m not sure we’ve seen the last of Finlay and Vero, but I’m glad there was resolution to parts of their story.

Thank you to Elle Cosimano and NetGalley for the privilege of reading an advanced copy of this book!

Well, this is a continuation of the last book. So it is pretty important you read the last book before this one. If you enjoy Finley and her adventures you will definitely like this one.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for a Cody of this book for my honest opinion