ELLE COSIMANO (she/her) is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, an International Thriller Award winner, and an Edgar Award nominee. Elle's debut novel for adults, Finlay Donovan Is Killing It, kicked off a witty, fast-paced contemporary mystery series, which was a People magazine pick and was named one of New York Public Library's Best Books of 2021. The third book in the series, Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun, was an instant New York Times bestseller. In addition to writing novels for teens and adults, her essays have appeared in HuffPost and Time. Cosimano lives with her husband and two sons in Virginia.

"Finlay Donovan is irresistible!"--Janet Evanovich

"Refreshing, funny and bright, these are wonderfully escapist novels."--Charlaine Harris

"The Finlay Donovan series is simply spectacular and always delightful! I adore everything about it--the humor, the screwball plotlines, the mysteries, and above all the cast: the friendship between Vero and Finlay is one for the ages, and Finlay's love life entertains me to no end. Elle Cosimano's books are the perfect blend of mystery and romcom, and I'm ready to follow Finlay wherever she goes!"--Ali Hazelwood

"This series is magical! I'm in awe of Elle Cosimano. Every book lover in the world should be reading Finlay Donovan."--Christina Lauren

"I love Finlay Donovan so much I would 100% hide a dead body for her."--Jesse Q. Sutanto

"Fact: If you're going to bury a body, you definitely want Finlay Donovan by your side."--Julie Clark

"Finlay Donovan remains the heroine of my heart. Elle Cosimano writes fresh, funny mysteries that are an absolute blast to read."--Chandler Baker

"I've never laughed so much reading books about murder. Elle Cosimano's accidental hitwoman Finlay Donovan is a darkly hilarious, quick witted, and surprisingly relatable woman. You'll be amazed at how much fun you have reading this brilliant, funny mystery series from one of the best writers working today."--Jennifer Hillier

"The Finlay Donovan series is an unpredictable, fun, funny, page-turning delight."--Gwenda Bond

"A fun, refreshing series."--Kaira Rouda

"Finlay Donovan is the perfect 21st century heroine--I adore her."--Sophie Cousens

"A funny and smart, twisty and surprising series."--Megan Miranda

"If Desperate Housewives and Dexter had a baby--raised by caffeine and chaos--it'd be this series."--Michelle Gagnon

"Romance novelist Finlay Donovan, who's never met a line she wouldn't cross, crosses several new ones in her attempt to prove her nanny/best friend's innocence of theft . . . What provisions of the law are left for the heroine to breach in the next outrageous installment? Readers can only guess."--Kirkus Reviews

"Fans will delight in this return to Finlay's madcap world . . . the hijinks, humor, and heart have never been better. The friendship between Finlay and Vero remains a highlight of the series, and this story beautifully demonstrates the love they have for each other. A satisfying, entertaining entry in a well-loved and enduring series."--Booklist

"Great pacing, humor, storytelling, and characterization for fans of the series or those who enjoy the books of Janet Evanovich and Jesse Q. Sutanto."--Library Journal

"Cosimano keeps the tone freewheeling and funny . . . this is a raucous good time."--Publishers Weekly

Publisher: Minotaur Books

Pub date: 2026-03-17

Length: 368 pages