“Elle Cosimano’s books are the perfect blend of mystery and romcom, and I’m ready to follow Finlay wherever she goes!” — Ali Hazelwood
“Readers can always use a good laugh in these ever-trying times, and Cosimano has delivered annually with her series featuring a romantic suspense writer with a knack for getting herself ― and her friends and family ― into criminal trouble.” — New York Times Book Review
““[A] perfect blend of mystery, slapstick style comedy and romance all rolled into a delightfully entertaining romcom mystery that’s highly addictive. Well-developed, larger-than-life main characters are likable and easy to identify with . . . This one is good old-fashioned fun! I highly recommend Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave to fans of mysteries and romcoms.” — Mystery & Suspense
“Book lovers from near and far came out for an exciting author talk with Elle Cosimano who provided humorous and enlightening commentary on her Finley Donovan series! Elle is truly a writer’s writer and gave insights on craft as she engaged each person in attendance during the book signing. Thank you again for letting GCPL be your host!” — Gwinnett County Public Library, 2024
“Elle Cosimano is a great storyteller! She shares her writing process, encourages those wanting to write novels and welcomes her fans questions and conversations. Elle was a lot of fun to work with! Don’t miss an opportunity to host her!” — Wood County District Public Library, 2024
“Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave is a light-hearted and comedic mystery thriller with romantic elements, making it perfect for fans of shows like Only Murders in the Building and fans of books by Holly Jackson, Lucy Score, Ally Carter, or Christina Lauren.” — The Nerd Daily
“Finlay and Vero make for a great modern-day twist on Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson and this latest series entry wields a typically light touch wrapped in the fabric of a solid procedural. That’s not an easy mix to manage, but Cosimano nails it every step of the way. A blast to read from beginning to end.” — BookTrib
“Cosimano cuts dexterously between Finn’s adventures as a hit woman, her deeply iffy romance . . . , and the domestic crises that keep on piling up as if nothing had ever happened to disturb them. Suspenseful, funny, and even a tad mysterious. More, please.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Reminiscent of Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum character, but with a fresh feeling. The ending packs a wallop and leaves us at a truly surprising cliffhanger . . . already anticipating book #2 in what I hope will be a long-running mystery series.” ― Mystery & Suspense Magazine
“Cosimano never takes her foot off the gas… We loved this book’s perfect combination of over-the-top excitement and laugh-out-loud humor… Finlay Donovan Is Killing It is a screwball comedy for the modern age and a fun murder mystery rolled into one.” — Apple Books
“This amusing series launch from YA author Cosimano (Seasons of the Storm), her adult debut, has a pleasingly absurd premise . . . enjoy this romp from a skilled comic writer.” ― Publishers Weekly
“An entertaining, hilarious distraction. Perfect for all the Stephanie Plum fans out there.” — LibraryReads
“Cosimano makes her adult debut with this off-the-wall series starter, which is part comedy of errors, part genuine thriller. Deftly balancing genre conventions with sly, tongue-in-cheek comments on motherhood and femininity, Cosimano crafts a deliciously twisted tale that will earn her a slew of adult fans.” — ALA Booklist
“[Cosimano’s] main character is so endearing it’s easy to surrender…”― New York Times Book Review
“A twisty delight.” — PEOPLE Magazine
“Elle Cosimano’s novel is delightful . . .” — Paste Magazine
“. . . the book is as much comic novel as crime novel, a touch more Janet Evanovich than Agatha Christie. Elle Cosimano has a deft feel for the risible twist . . .” — Toronto Star
“A witty book that is chock-full of surprises.” — The Scotland Herald
“The funniest crime series debut since Stephanie Plum strapped on her bounty-hunting gear, and you’ll love every minute of it.” — BookTrib
“The winners here are the readers, who will find themselves in a pleasant and humorous comic caper…. FINLAY DONOVAN IS KILLING IT is an easy, enjoyable and witty novel.” — The Book Reporter
“Fresh, heartfelt and witty, Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun is a twisty, page-turner, and its relatable heroine Finlay Donovan is irresistible!” — Janet Evanovich
“This series is magical! The premise is absolutely brilliant, the writing is tight, sharp, hilarious, and heartfelt. I’m in awe of Elle Cosimano. Every book lover in the world should be reading Finlay Donovan.” — Christina Lauren, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Something Wilder