The Finlay Donovan Series by Elle Cosimano with Mair Downing
The Finlay Donovan series by Elle Cosimano follows a witty, overworked single mom and novelist who accidentally becomes entangled in real-life crime while trying to meet her writing deadlines. Blending humor, suspense, and heart, the series delivers a fast-paced mix of murder, motherhood, and unexpected friendship.
A little bit about this week's (returning) guest, Mair Downing.
Mair transitioned into real estate from a Fortune 200 company because she wanted a career where she could make a real difference in people’s lives. Whether working with buyers, sellers, or investors—helping clients right-size or find that perfect river getaway—she believes in the energy that comes from realizing goals are within reach. And with Mair’s guidance, they are.
When Mair isn’t showing homes or preparing listings, she’s cheering on her teen daughters in their various activities—soccer, volleyball, and basketball—or snuggling with her Havanese, Odie (and, of course, her husband, too!). She loves to travel, enjoy great food, and soak in all that life has to offer. Check up her "What's Up Wednesday series on Instagram: @obsessedwithhomes
For quiet moments, she finds peace sitting on a dock, watching the water glimmer with a good book. Favorite right now: Black Phone by Joe Hill
Death by Chocolate Cocktail - we recorded this episode on Día De Los Muertos, also as the book titles and story contents often involve a little murder, we knew we needed a “deadly” cocktail!
Servings: 1
Ingredients
¾ oz vodka
¾ oz Bailey’s Irish Cream
¾ oz dark crème de cacao
¼ cup chocolate ice cream
½ cup ice
Chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
Combine the vodka, Bailey’s, dark crème de cacao, chocolate ice cream, and ice in a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Pour into a chilled wine glass.
Garnish with chocolate shavings and enjoy!
In this Episode
DITL Merch is now out! Please considering one of these adorable items to support the show.
Barbara Streisand films Funny Girl and What’s Up Doc
Drawing Hands by MC Escher
Black Phone by Joe Hill
Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
Cover of “Finlay Donovan is Killing It” by Elle Cosimano, with guest Mair Downing.
Mair Downing’s websites and social media accounts
Recipe for the cocktail “Death by Chocolate”