Thanks to Netgalley, St. Martins Press and Elle Cosimano for this ARC. How much do I love this series ? !
I love the characters, the plots, the consequences, and even the bratty children .. there’s never a dull moment and there is a lot of laughter for me in this series…I normally read Suspense or fantasy, but I need a break in between when it gets to be to much anxiety for me, so I am very grateful for Finlay Donovan..she’s my go to when it gets tough for me….thank you, thank you..! I think I’ve read them all now, and will continue to read her as long as the author keeps writing ..

*Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave* is another wild, fast-paced adventure that perfectly blends mystery, humor, and chaos. Elle Cosimano keeps the stakes high as Finlay juggles contract killers, mob drama, and her ever-complicated love life—all while trying to be a good mom. The twists are sharp, the banter is hilarious, and Vero remains the ultimate ride-or-die sidekick. If you love clever plots with a dash of absurdity, this book delivers in every way.

I absolutely love this series!!! Finleys adventures continue as she finds herself in another precarious situation. There are so many laughs, awkward moments, the perfect amount of suspense and the cast of characters is amazing. Thank you NetGalley and Minotaur Books | St. Martin's Publishing Group for the complimentary copy.

Finlay Donovan is back in another great adventure! This is a fun action packed, series of disastrous events. Continuing from the events of the last book, #5 in the series continues the story of the quirky characters that you can't help but love. This has quickly become on of my go to series!!

Angela Dawe did an amazing job of keeping up the fun, and adding to the quirkiness of the characters.

Thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin's Press (Minotaur Books), and Macmillan Audio for an advanced reading and listening copies of this book.

I love Finlay but thought maybe I was done reading this series. I’m so glad I didn’t stop! I loved this one! It was such a quick read, I could not put it down! The one aspect that blows my mind is how in five books it has only been a few months in their lives. I can’t wrap my head around that.

I've been a fan of the Finlay series since the first book came out and dare I say this might be my favorite in the series alongside book #1.

I cannot rave enough about my love for Finlay and Vero's relationship. They are friendship goals and give new meaning to ride or die.

The humor in this is perfect and love that they are pushing the innuendo even more. I was laughing out loud during some passages. I also love the ongoing connections to past characters. The first four books did have an overarching mystery and storyline so I really enjoyed that this was a fresh mystery and almost felt like a new chapter in the series.

The trouble they get themselves into and out of is always a fun time. Huge shoutout to Cam as one of my new favorite supporting characters and I do do very much enjoy how the relationships Finlay built in the previous books are leveraged to help her here.

Also a fan of the cliffhanger ending and am so curious to see what Elle Cosimano comes up with next. Can't recommend this series enough!

I think this is my favorite so far of the series! It somehow feels more realistic than the others, and obviously I love everything coming from Detective Anthony. The energy that Mrs. Haggerty brings is so much fun, and I really enjoyed that this time we get to follow solving a murder that Finlay didn’t sort of maybe but maybe not commit.

4.5 stars. Bring me more!!

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Another Finlay Donovan!!! This is my go-to series!! I just love reading these!! They are just so fun and a quick read. I will always grab an Elle Cosimano book!!

*Thank you partner @minotaur_books for the #gifted audiobook and e-galley.*

This is the fifth book in the series. It was literal perfection. I laughed out loud so many times. The entire book was what I needed to read last week. Finlay and Vero always get into trouble and it is hilarious. The narrator, Angela Dawe, takes this book, which is already amazing, to the next level superb!!! Please always have Angela read these audiobooks! IThe disfunction is real between Finlay and really all of the characters. I loved getting to know Mrs. Haggerty and meet her book club members in this book. I can't wait for the next book. Maybe the “book club" members will be in the next book too. But, can we talk about the ending???!!

I am ever so grateful that I have the audiobook; but I know I'll need a physical copy for my shelves. Maybe I'll get the opportunity to have autographed copies of the whole series. I'll absolutely listen and re-read this book again and again.

4.5 stars rounded up.

Chaos, crime, and comedy strike again as Finlay Donovan and her ride-or-die nanny, Vero, get roped into yet another murder—this time, thanks to their nosy neighbor, Mrs. Haggerty. With a body in the backyard, a houseguest they never wanted, and absolutely no room for more trouble, Finlay and Vero are once again in over their heads.

The Finlay Donovan series just keeps getting better, and this installment is my favorite yet! Mrs. Haggerty’s antics had me laughing out loud, adding even more chaos and charm to an already wild ride. The mystery kept me hooked, the ending was so satisfying, and I loved seeing Finlay and Vero’s romantic lives heat up. Elle Cosimano masterfully blends mystery, humor, and romance, delivering characters you can’t help but root for—messy, lovable, and endlessly entertaining!

Angela Dawe once again nails the narration, perfectly capturing Finlay’s charm, wit, and chaotic energy. Her delivery brings the story to life, making every twist, laugh, and ridiculous situation even more entertaining. I always look forward to these audiobooks, and this one was just as fantastic as expected!

Thank you St. Martin’s Press, Macmillan Audio, and NetGalley for advanced copies in exchange for my honest review.

“𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦, 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧?”

Finlay returns in a super fun addition to this series!

After bringing the mob storyline to mostly a close in Finlay Donovan Rolls The Dice, Elle Cosimano's latest adventure for Finlay brings the action back to the neighbourhood, something I really appreciated; it felt like coming home and a bit more grounded. Finlay continues to have her hands full juggling the discovery of a dead body in her neighbor's yard, said neighbor moving in with her (temporarily), potty training, school suspensions, a developing romance, fighting off suspicion that her ex is to blame for said dead body, and of course, keeping her secrets close to her chest! Cosimano's talent for incorporating over-the-top action and humour with touching moments is strong. As always, there were many moments that had me chuckling aloud (Vero and Finlay are getting awfully good at sneaking around at night!). Mrs. Haggerty in particular is a total hoot, especially in her interactions with Finlay's children and Cam. In fact, the way Finlay has 'adopted' Cam is one of the most touching parts of the series. There was some strong character development too; Finlay and Stephen feel like they've reached a solid place in their co-parenting relationship, while Finlay and Nick feel like they are moving forward into the future. The characters and their interactions remain the true heart of the series, who keep every zany mystery and exagerated antic somewhat in reality.

Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave adds to the over-the-top fun mishaps of these characters. With another cliffhanger, Cosimano has me excited to see what is coming next! Thank you to Minotaur and NetGalley for the ARC!

This was a new series’s to me so I grabbed all of the books. I’ve only read the first couple but I’m loving it and will be continuing with the series and looking forward to the next ones.

Like the rest of the Finlay books, this newest book is a fun five star read! I am to the point now where Finlay goes to the very top of my TBR as soon as a new book is released. Elle Cosimano is pure genius! Finlay is a fun, fast packed adventure with a potty training two year old in tow to make it ultra-relatable. Keep them coming, Elle! I’ll read them all.

Elle Cosimano may be the new Janet Evanovich. Finlay's escapades are so entertaining! What a likable cast of characters.

Thanks to @minotaur_books and @netgalley for the #gifted copy of this book.

Summary: Heading back into the world of Finlay, this time her neighbor Mrs. Haggerty was in the hot seat after a body was found in her backyard. After being cleared of any potential crime, Mrs. Haggerty comes to live with Finlay and Vero. Despite trying to stay out of yet another murder investigation, Finlay and Very find they are pulled in yet again.

My Thoughts: I just love this series, because I know that I am guaranteed to laugh while reading these books. It was so entertaining watching Finlay and Vero try their hardest to stay out of another murder investigation until they eventually had no choice but to start their sleuthing. The way those two think and work together is hilarious, especially with all the craziness they find themselves in every time. Mrs. Haggerty stole the show this time though. I loved what she brought to the story, especially her school and potty training tips! As always, it was fun seeing some of my favorite people throughout the story.

🎧I have only ever listened to this series as an audiobook and I am never disappointed. Angela Dawe does a fantastic job bringing all of the characters to life. I highly suggest listening to this one.

This is a series and really needs to be read as a series. So if you haven't checked it out yet, be sure to start it soon!

What you'll find:
✨Mystery
✨Suspense
✨Little bit of a love story
✨Hilarious antics

Another fun book in this series. At this point Finlay and Vero feel like family at this point so I'm always happy to be back with their schemes and laughs. As usual this book cracked me up the entire time. It didn't feel as high stakes as usual, maybe because they have cleared a lot of their past or because I really don't care about Steven, but I kind of liked it. The ending had a lot of good and shocking twists and I loooooove seeing how Finlay and Nick's relationship is evolving! And of course another shocker cliff hanger to keep us excited for the next book.

I've enjoyed this series for a couple of years and must say that this might be my favourite book of the series. I loved that things actually happened to propel the plot forwards. All of these books take place over the matter of a few months and I was very happy to see that Finlay actually made choices for her life and didn't waffle on what she was going to do next in regards to her relationships. This was a delight of a book and I hope that the next book gives us more of Vero's story because I have a feeling that it is a juicy one.

Finlay and Vero, her friend and nanny have not always gotten along with their neighbor, Mrs. Haggerty, the neighborhood busybody and president of the neighborhood watch. But, when a body is discovered in her backyard, Mrs. Haggerty needs their help. After getting cleared by the police she moves in with Finlay since she can’t get back into her house. Even though they do not want to get involved in any more murder cases, this one they can’t seem to help but get involved with it hitting so close to home.

I honestly just couldn’t get enough of this book. It was hilarious with so many laugh out loud moments between the children’s antics, situations Finlay and Vero get into and conversations had. I can’t say that I have a favorite character…I just loved them all. Each character just truly brings something to the action and story that just makes it come alive. I just loved the side of romance that takes place in the stories as well.

While THIS mystery was solved, the book does end in a cliffhanger, so I am excited to read the next book in the series whenever it comes out. Each book in the series picks up right where the previous one ends, so they should be read in order.

This is the fifth book in the Finlay Donovan series. If you are looking for some mystery with laugh out loud moments then I recommend this whole series! Highly recommend.

Listened on @libro.fm. Narrated by Angela Dawe. I loved the narration on this whole series.

This novel was slow for me to become engaged, perhaps because it's part (fifth) of a series that I have not read previously.

Finlay Donovan is a curious sort, along with her Nanny, Vero. After a body was discovered under the elderly neighbor's roses, Finlay couldn't leave it alone. After Mrs. Haggerty was briefly incarcerated under suspicion of murder, she landed on Finlay's doorstep - dumped off by the grandson, supposedly with nowhere else to go. The domineering Mrs. Haggerty took over Finlay's bedroom and took charge in other ways too - I'm not sure how many people would have allowed this.

Upon further investigation, Finlay's ex is arrested on suspicion of murder, as he's the one that arranged the rosebushes to be planted. Finlay just knew that he wasn't a murderer so despite her better judgement, she and Vero set out to prove his innocence. They predictably stumble upon more than they bargained for, and finally about two thirds of the way through, the story started to up the pace.

Thanks to NetGalley, St. Martin's Press and Elle Cosimano for the eARC.

I always love Finlay Donovan and this was no different. A fun, fresh ride from start to finish! I laughed so hard, and was on the edge of my seat. Finlay always has a place in my heart and on my shelf.