So you know how Morning Joe doesn’t usually gush about novels? Well, they’re calling The Hamptons Lawyer “the best one yet” in the Jane Smith series, and honestly? They’re not wrong.
If you’re into legal thrillers where the main character could probably kick your butt AND win your court case, you need to meet Jane Smith. She’s basically what would happen if a brilliant lawyer and an action hero had a baby.
Meet Jane Smith (She’s Kind of a Badass)
Okay, so Jane isn’t your average attorney in a stuffy suit. This woman literally carries twin Glocks to court. Not kidding. She’s got a perfect courtroom record AND knows how to handle herself when things get messy outside the courtroom.
They call her the Hamptons Lawyer, and trust me, she’s earned that nickname the hard way.
The Plot (Without Spoiling Anything, Promise)
Picture this: Jane takes on this super high-profile case defending some celebrity who’s accused of something pretty shocking. Sounds straightforward, right? Wrong.
The case drags her into the dark, twisted world of the Hamptons elite—you know, those people with more money than sense and way too many secrets. Suddenly she’s not just fighting legal battles, she’s literally fighting for her life. People are following her, threatening her, and yeah… shooting at her.
It’s like Suits met John Wick and decided to have a wild weekend in the Hamptons.
Why I’m Actually Recommising This (And I’m Picky About Thrillers)
Look, I’ve read my share of “gripping” thrillers that turned out to be about as exciting as watching paint dry. This one’s different:
Jane Smith is unforgettable. She’s smart as hell in the courtroom but can also handle herself in a fight. It’s refreshing to read about a female character who doesn’t need rescuing every five minutes.
The legal stuff actually makes sense. You know how some books throw around legal jargon and hope you don’t notice it’s nonsense? Not here. The courtroom scenes feel real, and the author clearly knows their stuff.
The Hamptons setting is perfect. All those gorgeous mansions and fancy parties? Yeah, they’re hiding some seriously dark secrets. It’s like Big Little Lies but with more gunfights.
Why Morning Joe’s Endorsement Actually Matters
When a show that usually talks politics suddenly can’t stop raving about a thriller, you pay attention. They called it “a great book, a great series, the best one yet,” and coming from them? That’s saying something.
It means this book isn’t just mindless entertainment (though it totally is that too). It’s actually well-written and smart.
👉 You can buy the book here.
You’ll Love This If…
- You’re a John Grisham fan who wishes his lawyers were more badass
- You loved Gone Girl but wanted the main character to be the hero instead of the villain
- You’ve ever fantasized about telling your boss exactly what you think and then dramatically walking out (Jane’s got that energy)
- You enjoy books where rich people get what’s coming to them
This Third Book Hits Different
Here’s the thing about series—sometimes they get stale by book three. Not this one. Jane’s more vulnerable here, more human. The danger feels real, and you actually worry about whether she’ll make it out okay.
It’s not just about winning cases anymore. It’s about survival, and that makes everything so much more intense.
Whether you’ve read the first two books or you’re jumping in fresh (you can totally do that), this one’s going to keep you glued to the pages. It’s got everything: courtroom drama, action scenes, a kickass heroine, and rich people behaving badly.
Seriously, just read it. Your commute will thank you, and you’ll have something way more interesting to talk about at your next coffee date than the weather.
Trust me on this one—and trust Morning Joe. When have they ever steered us wrong? (Don’t answer that.)
