The most recent, soon to be released Finlay Donovan book was probably my favorite in the series. Of course there are the normal (crazy) Finlay and Vero adventures but add in Mrs. Haggarty and her book club and you get lots of fun. After the ending, I’m anxiously awaiting the next one!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC ebook.

Yet another fantastic installment in the Finlay Donovan series! I zoomed through this one so quickly (probably too quickly because now I’m going to miss the characters again for a while).

In this book, Finlay’s nosy, old neighbor, Mrs. Haggerty, becomes her roommate, and hilarity ensues!

We get to see all about Mrs. Haggerty and her book club, which may not sound that exciting, but with Finlay, everything is exciting!

Finlay somehow gets herself into the weirdest and most insane situations. And I love it!

My favorite thing about this series is that everyone feels like family. From Finlay’s nanny/PIC, to the neighbor, to the hacker, to the cop. They are all so real and so lovable!

This is my feel good, laugh out loud, comfort series!

Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave by Elle Cosimano, narrated by Angela Dawe, is an absolute gem! The series just keeps getting better and better, and this installment is my favorite yet. The fun twist of Mrs. Haggerty staying with Finlay added so much humor and charm to the story. (I received an advance reader copy and all opinions are my own.) A thrilling, witty, and engaging read that I couldn’t put down! Highly recommend for fans of cozy mysteries and great storytelling.

I struggled with the first half of the book, but the second half was definitely more entertaining. I think this book wrapped up Finlay’s story well, but not Vero’s. That’s probably the main reason I’d pick up the next book.

I will follow Finlay and Vero anywhere. But the neighbor still scares me.
This was a fun take, there is less adventure and mayhem but more character development. I also feel like Finlay turning down a movie tv deal is Ellie’s way of telling us there won’t be an adaptation?

Thank you St Martins Press and NetGalley for the gifted galley of this cozy mystery series! Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave by Elle Cosimano

Our favorite chaotic duo, Finlay and Vero, are back—and this time, they’re stuck with their nosy neighbor and another dead body. Between dodging the police, keeping their own secrets buried, and trying (and failing) to stay out of trouble, this book is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud ride full of twists, sass, and just the right amount of crime. If you love witty banter, unconventional friendships, and a mystery that keeps you on your toes, this one’s a must-read.

I could not have been more excited to be approved for an ARC of one of my favorite series! A huge thank you to Netgalley, Elle Cosimano, and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read it ahead of its pub date!

This installment of the Finlay Donovan series was laugh out loud funny with hilarious banter, all too relatable moments of motherhood, and suspects you would least expect. After the wrap up of the events with the mob, I wasn't sure what Elle was going to bring us next, but she did not disappoint. Finlay and Vero's relationship has always been a favorite of mine, but this book delivers so many different relationships and breakthrough moments woth other characters, you can't help but love every single one of them!

I highly recommend picking this one up, and I can't wait to see what Finlay and Vero get into next!

Thank you to NetGalley, the Publishers, and Elle Cosimano for an ARC of Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave! I am truly obsessed with this series. I usually stay away from series as I don’t remember what happens by the next book, but this is one that has always stuck with me! Each book keeps getting better and better and already can’t wait for the next one. We have all of our favorite characters and I this book took a great step into what is coming. I love Finlay and Vero and their relationship and what is playing out for Finlay and Nick. This installment follows Finlay’s neighbor Mrs. Haggerty and a body being found in her backyard. Mrs. Haggerty is in need of help as she’s the first suspect, but then is cleared - but her house is a crime scene. She’s the president of the neighborhood watch - so she can’t go far from her job. What’s the next closest place she can stay? Finlay and Vero have dealt with enough murders and do not want to be associated with this one - but her staying with them may be the least of their worries as more details are found out.

Finlay Donovan is back!!! Finlay and her crew bring on this warm sense of familiarity that I had missed waiting for this story!! This book in particular had me questioning everything while also laughing out loud. I can’t recommend this series enough. I feel so grateful to have been given the opportunity to read it early!

4.5 stars

One of my favorites of the series! In this installment, we get to spend a lot more time with Finlay's neighbor Mrs. Haggarty, who finds herself a murder suspect when a body is discovered in her backyard. With her home an active crime scene, Mrs. Haggerty insists on staying with Finlay and Vero so she can maintain her neighborhood watch duties. This book has all of the humor and banter we've come to expect from a Finlay Donovan story, with all of the favorite characters returning to solve another murder mystery. I really enjoyed the Agatha Christie vibes of this story, it was fun to see more aspects of Mrs. Haggarty's personality, and I always enjoy the crazy situations Finlay and Vero get themselves into!

I love this series and can't wait for more adventures with Finlay and Vero!

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Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave - a body is found in her neighbor’s back yard. Steven is taken into custody so to clear her family’s name, Finn and Vero investigate to find the real murderer.
Once again, Elle Cosimano writes a very entertaining story. You can’t help but laugh. Can’t wait for the next one!

Finlay Donovan does it again. Caught up in another humorous murder investigation with sidekick Vera, this time Mrs. Haggerty their elderly neighbor has something to hide. When Mrs. Haggerty has to move in with Finlay & Vera, the tensions mount even higher. I love this comic duo reminiscent of Stephanie Plum and Lula from Janet Evanovich or Lucy and Ethel. For a fun mystery series, check out all of the Finlay Donovan books.

I was absolutely thrilled when I saw that there was another FInlay Donovan book coming out and that I was approved to be an ARC reader for it! Thank you so much to the publishers for the opportunity to read and review.

I enjoyed this one. While it wasn't as fast-paced as the others, it was still quirky, entertaining and quick to read. I thought the premise of finally getting to know more about Mrs. Haggarty was exactly what all of the readers have wanted - including myself. I am, however, wondering how long the series is planned to go for. It feels like it needs to wrap-up sooner than later or it will become too long-winded and will lose readers.

As always, I enjoyed the banter, the quips from Vero and the ties back to the original book. I also appreciate that Elle Cosimano always references and gives details to what has previously happened, because I have forgotten some key plot points. I do wish that there had been more love and connection between Finaly and Nick in this book though.

Overall, it was well-written, fun and exciting. It's a series that I know I will see to the end!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of this book.

I have not enjoyed a Finlay book this much since the first. I really felt like books 2-4 were doing some HARD pulling at plot lines and they felt super off for me. I just adored this book. I love learning more about Mrs. Haggerty, I think I want to be BFF's with her. Overall, this book was the REDEMTION for the series and I can only hope book 6 is similar.

Such a fun read!

I have enjoyed this series!!! Excited to see the entire gang is back in action - this time it stays close to home with a body found in the neighborhood. Finlay. Vero are thrusted into the mystery and need to help in hopes of covering up any of their past mistakes.

I thought it was such a fun read, book four was a little slow for me, this one is back into the fun of the earlier books of Finlay Donovan.

5 ⭐️ The fifth installment of the Finlay Donovan series is almost here!

Finlay Donovan and her nanny/partner in crime Vero are finally done with murderers. That is until their neighbor from across Mrs. Haggerty the street is arrested after a body is discovered buried in her backyard.

The police quickly clear her, but her house is still an active crime scene. As the neighborhood busybody, Mrs. Haggerty needs to stay close to her house to keep an eye on things. So who does she stay with? Neither Finlay nor Vero are thrilled to have another house guest, but she’s moving in, and with that comes trouble.

My thoughts: I have not enjoyed a Finlay Donovan book this much since the very first book. I loved seeing all of our recurring characters come back in different ways. I loved how much of Nick we get in this book. I loved how much we got to learn about Mrs. Haggerty. The story moves along at a good pace. I love all the sidebars and fun moments with other characters. It’s all just so fun.

Overall, this book was fantastic! It leaves you on a cliffhanger, as per usual for this series. I cannot wait to see what the next installment of this amazing series will hold! 5 stars.

Elle Cosimano does it again! This is the fifth book in the series and might be my favorite. The mystery and humor are something the author does well. I liked having Mrs. Haggerty back and all the chaos that comes with having her, Finlay, Vero, and the kids under one roof. Mrs. Haggerty was definitely my favorite character in this book (maybe in the series), and I loved learning more about her.
This series is a cozy mystery, but it keeps you hooked, and I can’t wait for more.

Thank you to Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for honest review.

I love Finley Donovan books! There’s so much fun and charm to them. While this one wasn’t my most favorite, I’m so excited that there’s going to be another! Keep them coming, Ellie!!!

How do I become besties with Finley and Vero ? Honestly, best book club ever.. I loved reading this so much and I’m just hoping we get some more. Yes I know greedy because we already have 5 but honestly, we can certainly support many more of Finlays madness!

Glad I gave this series another shot!! This book made me laugh out loud multiple times! Mrs. Haggerty was hands down my favorite!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!