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Finlay Donovan Is Killing It
Could being mistaken for a hitwoman solve everything?
Series: The Finlay Donovan Series
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When struggling crime writer and single mum Finlay Donovan accidentally finds herself employed as a local hit-woman, she suddenly finds herself living the life of crime previously reserved for her characters.
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It's Murder Being a Hit-Mum
When struggling crime writer Finlay Donovan takes on a life of crime normally reserved for her characters, she finds herself entangled in a real-life murder investigation. Witty and fast-paced, this murder mystery is perfect for fans of Abbi Waxman and Maria Semple.
'If you want a summer read that's entertaining, funny and wholly original, this is it'
CULTUREFLY
'Proves you only need to get mistaken once for a contract killer to solve all your problems' - LISA GARDNER
It is a widely known fact that most mums are ready to kill someone by eight-thirty AM on any given Monday...
Finlay Donovan, single mum and floundering crime writer, is having a hard time. Her ex-husband went behind her back to fire the nanny, and this morning she sent her four-year-old to school with hair duct-taped to her head after an unfortunate incident with scissors.
Making it to lunch with her literary agent is a minor victory but, as she's discussing the plot of her latest crime novel, the conversation is misinterpreted by a woman sitting nearby as that of a hit-woman offering her services to dispose of a 'problem' husband.
And when the woman slips Finlay a name and a promise of a large sum of cash, Finlay finds herself plotting something much bigger than her novel.
After all, they do always say: write what you know...
Finlay Donovan really is killing it...
'Funny and smart, twisty and surprising - Finlay Donovan is a character to root for. This suspenseful romp made me laugh but also kept me on the edge of my seat with its many surprises. I can't wait for the next book!' - MEGAN MIRANDA
'A fun and madcap ride from beginning to end' - CULTUREFLY
'A madcap thriller that will keep you flipping pages long past your bedtime!' - KATHERINE ST JOHN, AUTHOR OF THE LION'S DEN
'Clever, perfectly plotted, and laugh out loud funny, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It is one of those books that will make you smile long after you've turned the last page.' - WENDY WALKER, BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE NIGHT BEFORE
'Part comedy of errors, part genuine thriller... balancing genre conventions with sly, tongue-in-cheek comments on motherhood and femininity, Cosimano crafts a deliciously twisted tale.' - BOOKLIST
'This book is phenomenal.' - NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5 STARS
'Cosimano has kick-started with panache what promises to be a stellar comic crime series.' - NETGALLEY REVIEWER, 5 STARS
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Finlay Donovan Is Killing It
It's Murder Being a Hit-Mum When struggling crime writer Finlay Donovan takes on a life of crime normally reserved for her characters, she finds herself entangled in a real-life murder investigation. Witty and fast-paced, this murder mystery is perfect for fans of Abbi Waxman and Maria Semple. 'If you want a summer read that's entertaining, funny and wholly original, this...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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The hilarious murder mystery sequel to Finlay Donovan Is Killing It, perfect for fans of Dial A for Aunties and Killing Eve. 'Hired guns, the Russian mob, and a love triangle for the ages? . . . clever, dark, and laugh-out-loud funny' β HEATHER GUDENKAUF 'Proves you only need to get mistaken once for a contract killer to solve all...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Finlay Donovan is Killing It is praised for its blend of humour and suspense, captivating readers with a fast-paced narrative and surprising twists. Reviewers highlight the protagonist as both flawed and likeable, navigating a chaotic journey from failure to unexpected success. The book is a clever mix of comedy and thriller, offering insightful commentary on motherhood and femininity.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781472282248
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 February 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Headline Review
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 368
About the Author
ELLE COSIMANO is an award-winning author. Her YA debut, Nearly Gone, was an Edgar Award finalist and winner of the International Thriller Award. Her novel Holding Smoke was a finalist for the International Thriller Award and the Bram Stoker Award. Her essays have appeared in The Huffington Post and Time. Elle lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia with her husband, two sons, and her dog. Finlay Donovan Is Killing It is her adult debut.
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