Reviews with content warning for Rape - Finlay Donovan Is Killing It

A super heartwarming and adorable story that kept me on my toes the entire read! Finlay and Vero: The duo we never knew we needed...until now.
"Finlay Donovan is Killing It' by Elle Cosimano centers around Finlay, a burnt-out author and newly single mother of two, who is thrust into the middle of an active murder investigation following an unsuspecting visit to her local Panera.
The beginning of the story started out a little slow for my liking and I was honestly considering DNF'ing the book after the first few chapters. Ultimately, I decided to stick it out to the end and I'm more than happy that I did. The progression of Finlay and Vero's relationship was incredibly heartwarming and hilarious and was a major reason I decided to continue reading. Elle did an amazing job at formulating the perfect best-friend duo on paper. Watching Finlay and Vero grow from disgruntled boss/employee to sisters was a refreshing break throughout the chaos of the mystery plot. The overall murder mystery had a pretty solid wrap-up and didn't at all seem too far-fetched or predictable. I wish Vero's life and backstory was dug into a little more but understandably, this is a book about Finlay and not Vero lol.
I adore the story of Finlay and Vero and cannot wait to continue with the series!

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editorsel's review against another edition

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adventurous dark funny mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

This was such a great read! I loved Finn and Vero’s friendship, and the book had me laughing out loud so many times. I was genuinely surprised by the twists and turns, and while it’s not the cozy mystery I was expecting, the romance and friendships definitely helped get through some of the more suspenseful parts.

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pernillelsk's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

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amyjmcd's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

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alexlily's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

It's ridiculous and fun

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lizgriffinwords's review against another edition

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lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

I waffled and almost DNF’d but ultimately I’m really glad I stuck with this one! The hilarious ineptitude of Finlay and her babysitter-turned-accomplice, the woes of a broke aspiring author, and not one but two cuties pining after her. I snorted with laughter numerous times.

Also, this book reaffirms my decision to NEVER have children.

CW: murder, blackmail, infidelity/cheating, rape (discussed but never shown on-page)

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mashley512's review against another edition

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adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

4.75

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