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kbucheit's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Rape
imcourtneymarie's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
I was really not on board for the first 40%. The FMC was uninspiring and I didn’t find it nearly as funny as everyone was hyping it up to be. But there was a definite turning point where I couldn’t put it down!
The ending has me excited for book 2.
The ending has me excited for book 2.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Sexual assault
Moderate: Rape
Minor: Blood
questingnotcoasting's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed this. Finlay Donovan is a great character and I was rooting for her the whole way through. It was thrilling enough to be a real page turner but not quite stressful enough that it made me anxious which is the kind of pace I prefer. It's very over the top but in a really fun way and I'm definitely picking up the next one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Infidelity, Rape, and Sexual assault
ems_rxlibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Gun violence
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, and Infidelity
alexia445's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Murder
Moderate: Rape and Sexual harassment
tatiana_luz's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was a fun mystery. I love that Finlay is always inadvertently and accidentally successful. The author went all in on the "this person is either incredibly lucky or overpowered" concept. Because, really, Finlay has no idea what she's doing (which, you know, fair.)
My only complaint was Vero's characterization. Of course is nanny is Latina! And of course she has a cousin who sells cars for scraps. The idea of a WOC being a sidekick to a white woman's shenanigans also bugged me. I did like that Vero had skills outside the main plot though. She wants to be an accountant which was interesting. And she takes charge even is she makes mistakes. Despite the stereotypes seen in Vero's character, I do appreciate the author's attempt to discuss Finlay's privileges upbringing and how her parents paid for her education. I'd love to see more of Vero in the sequel.
The ending certainly has me wanting more as well!
My only complaint was Vero's characterization. Of course is nanny is Latina! And of course she has a cousin who sells cars for scraps. The idea of a WOC being a sidekick to a white woman's shenanigans also bugged me. I did like that Vero had skills outside the main plot though. She wants to be an accountant which was interesting. And she takes charge even is she makes mistakes. Despite the stereotypes seen in Vero's character, I do appreciate the author's attempt to discuss Finlay's privileges upbringing and how her parents paid for her education. I'd love to see more of Vero in the sequel.
The ending certainly has me wanting more as well!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Gun violence, and Death
Moderate: Sexual assault, Rape, and Infidelity
books4em's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Definitely loved Finlay Donovan is Killing It! I greatly enjoyed the twists and turns that this story went through and the massive cliffhanger it left us on. I will most definitely be getting my hands on book 2 very soon! The only reason this wasn’t 5 stars for me was because I wish there was more detail into the murderer as I thought it was kind of glossed over. The last 50 pages also seemed a bit rushed, but not badly. Loved the relationships in this book, especially the funny dynamics between Finlay and Vero (she’s hilarious). Can’t wait for the series to continue!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Violence, Infidelity, Stalking, Death, Gore, Kidnapping, Blood, and Gun violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Torture, and Gaslighting
Minor: Rape, Sexual violence, and Sexual assault
lyndann's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I did it! I finished an audio book! Thanks LibroFM for the librarian copy.
Although this book was in no way realistic and a bit predictable, it was a lot of fun. Someone referred to it as "modern cozy" and I have to agree!
Although this book was in no way realistic and a bit predictable, it was a lot of fun. Someone referred to it as "modern cozy" and I have to agree!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Gun violence
Moderate: Infidelity, Rape, and Sexual assault
aliveironically's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape and Kidnapping
kypn's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault