This was an interesting legal thriller but unfortunately I didn’t mesh well with this one. It was a little slow for my liking and a bit too long, but it did have a good premise. I also didn’t really feel connected to the characters. I will still be checking out this author again though!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for this eARC!

This was a fast paced, suspenseful thriller—a federal judge’s intern slowly realizing the woman she idolized is “dirty” and involved with the mob. If you like that sort of storyline, it would be enjoyable, as the judge tries to figure out how to extricate herself from the far-reaching grasp of the mob and uses her unsuspecting (at first) intern to help her. Unfortunately I don’t love those kind of stories, and it kind of lost me at the end.

This is definitely different but it moved at a slower pace than I prefer and I felt like it was too long. I just couldn't vibe with the story because it seemed so outlandish and ended up feeling more like a political struggle session at times than a legal drama.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the chance to read and review.

Is this a political thriller that is built around female mentorship or manipulation? That is the question. And who better to write it than Michele Campbell. With Ms. Campbell's personal knowledge of the court system, the criminal aspects of the story along with the justice system ring true bringing a realistic structure and atmosphere to The Intern.
Two women, the Intern Madison Rivera and Judge Kathryn Conroy, who has invited Rivera to apply for an internship, are connected by more than the obvious. Both having familial issues that reach back to their youth that threaten their current careers and possibly their lives and those they love.
These two women have to figure out who they can trust while knowing they are being watched and followed by law enforcement and criminal enterprises that may run close to, if not within the family.
Read if you enjoy political thrillers, women empowerment, family ties, unreliable protagonists, and maybe cats.

Thank you to St. Martin Press for access to an early e-copy via Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

3.5 round up! I enjoyed this legal thriller. It was slow at times but kept my attention. I really enjoyed thepast and present time periods. Thanks so much to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

This is a brilliant legal thriller with an excellent well-paced plot. It does keep you on your toes and the surprising twists add to the intrigue.

Highly recommend for fans of legal thrillers.

This is full of action, suspense and intrigue. Each character has her own deep-seeded secrets and the story starts from there. Dual time periods enlighten readers as to each character’s motives. An overall exciting read.

3.5 stars! This legal thriller definitely kept my interest, with the past and present storylines. Between the intern and the judge, both women had plenty of secrets to hide. Thanks so much to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

This book will keep you guessing until the end. At times I wanted it to move faster, but also didn’t want it to end. Some characters seemed like they’d be significant but turned out to be minor parts.

This one just didn't work for me -- slow start, couldn't connect with the characters. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this one ahead of its release, even if it wasn't for me.

This is a thrilling tale about an intern to a judge, who finds herself in the middle of a crime ring and fighting to save her family, her career and her life! This book was so suspenseful and I couldn't put it down. The main female character was likeable and I was rooting for her right from start. Pick this one up. It won't distract! Thank you to Netgalley and St Martins Press and the author for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

I am a huge fan of Michele Campbell. This book was one of those, you know the kind, that you CAN NOT PUT DOWN!

I tore thru this book in a few days, stealing away every moment I could find, in order to find out what was going to happen next. I am not kidding when I share with you, this was a non-put-downable-book. Making up descriptive explanations as I just can't tell you how much I loved this book.
A young Harvard law student falls under the spell of a charismatic judge in this timely and thrilling novel about class, ambition, family and murder.

Madison has been a fan of Judge Kathryn Conroy for some time and when she is finally offered the chance to intern for this highly revered Judge, she jumps at it. But, not before learning that her life has a direct connection to a case that is on this particular Judges docket. Despite that conflict, Madison keeps it close to her sleeve and takes the job. After that, the whirlwind begins. Twists, turns, suspense on every page. I couldn't turn them fast enough to learn what was happening next.

FANTASTIC end and I was very sad when the book was done. I wanted it to keep going. But.....it was amazing!

This was a really great legal thriller! I did think there were too many characters, it made things a little confusing but the plot was brilliant! I enjoyed the dual narrations and the ending was twisty and addicting!

A quick, witty and propulsive thriller set in Boston, this book dives into the high-powered world of law. A Harvard law student gets in over her head when she begins interning for the local judge, who may or may not be embroiled in a cover up. This was an easy read, exciting and fun-reminds me of How to Get Away With Murder!

This book definitely keeps you guessing. This was my first book by this author and this book kept me in suspense til the end. Definitely worth the read. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher. This book is full of suspense. I love how it was broke up into parts. Keeps you guessing.

Loved this book!!! I'm a huge Michele Campbell fan and I love how the story keeps you guessing until the end. This story was told in 2 POV with a few twists and turns along the way and they got me a few times! Such a great thriller that I did not want to put town!!!

This was a pleasant surprise. If you like legal thrillers, I would definitely check this out. This had more of a cozy feel. I enjoyed the writing style and pacing of the plot. The dialogue felt realistic and the two main characters were complex and fun to get to know. I can picture this as a miniseries on Netflix. If you're an animal lover, there's also a pet cat named Lucy that's a fun addition. The conclusion wrapped up nicely.

Thank you NetGalley, St. Martin's Press and Michele Campbell for an advanced copy of this book.

Interesting concept, but wasn’t super hooked on plot. Slow to start and wasn’t able to really get into it despite many attempts.

Thank you thank you the publishers and netgalley for the arc of The Intern! Our MC, Madison is a student at Harvard Law School and has been offered a dream internship working for Judge Kathryn Conroy. The judge is someone that Madison has admired for awhile. However, Madison's brother is arrested for a crime he is saying he didn't commit and Madison's boss (Judge Conroy) is the one assigned to the case. What a fun legal thriller that is unique and engaging!