A Conflict of Interest

A Novel

By: Adam Mitzner

Narrated by: David LeDoux

Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

Earphones Award Winner (AudioFile Magazine)

A stunning debut thriller in the best-selling tradition of Scott Turow and John Grisham!

Alex Miller is a criminal defense lawyer leading the life he always imagined. At thirty-five, he is the youngest partner at New York City's most prestigious law firm, with a beautiful wife and a perfect daughter. When Alex's father suddenly passes away, Alex is introduced to Michael Ohlig, a rich and powerful man who holds an almost mythical place in his family lore. But Alex is surprised when Ohlig admits that he's in serious legal trouble, accused of crimes involving hundreds of millions of dollars. Alex agrees to take on Ohlig's defense.

Through the course of two trials, secrets are revealed that force Alex to question whether any of the people in his life are who they appear to be. Most importantly, he must decide whether the identity he projects to the world is the man he truly is or even wants to be.

With its powerful voice, pause-resistant tension, and strong cast of characters, A Conflict of Interest will captivate listeners right up to its electrifying conclusion.

©2011 Adam Mitzner (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

"This outstanding first novel follows Defense Attorney Alex Miller and his young family through the grinding world of high-priced criminal defense in New York City, detailing what can happen to an otherwise nice guy. David LeDoux's minimalist narration style works well. He imbues all the characters with a distinctive sound and unique persona." (AudioFile)

"More twists than a California cloverleaf interchange." (Bookreporter)

"This gifted writer should have a long and successful career ahead of him." (Publishers Weekly)

A Conflict of Interest

Thought provoking, human and nerve shattering thriller. This is the first novel by Mitzner I have ever read and was very taken by his real, on point and drawing prose. He knows how to create a scene and set the tone between specific characters. Crime Thriller's I do not read often yet this book counts so far as the best I have found in this genre. Looking forward to reading more of Mitzner's work.

Great read

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I found this a very refreshing story. Very engaging, keeps you guessing all the way.

Just pure fun!

Would you listen to A Conflict of Interest again? Why?

Yes. The story kept my attention, characters were believable and memorable.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Edge is an overstatement, but it held my interest.

What does David LeDoux bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He adds some great voices and intonation.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I run and walk while I listen to stories...but I found myself on the other side of town in no hurry to get home.

Good story, but not great

Writing was good, the story line was a little too predictable. Talked about the legal process, I feel that was just filler and not part of the story. This was worth the time, but would rated as good, not great.

Excellent legal mystery with a little dramatic fla

Alex's character is real and believable, facing choices that people face, his character made listening fun.

Decent

Decent - the story kind of drags on and on with a lot of twists.

Covers capitalism extortion, infertility, betrayal and suicide.

Its captivating to a point, but not on the level of John Grisham. The characters are somewhat predictable, lack depth, and some of the developments are beyond surprising.

All in all a decent read, but doesn't make me want to read more of the author.

Thoroughly engaging

This was an unexpected winner. I enjoyed this book through out and would recommend it, particularly to those who enjoy a good Grisham. I wonder if the other books by the same author will be just as good?

This is not my usual genre, but . . .

I loved it! I haven't read a suspenseful courtroom drama in years, and Mitzner reminded me about how interesting and fun this genre can be! I say 'fun' not because this is a lighthearted book, but because it was so fun to listen to. Others have already talked about the amazing and unexpected twists in plot especially in the second half of the novel. I just have to say that I lost a lot of sleep over the past severa' nights because I couldn't put Mitzner's book, so perfectly narrated by David LeDoux, down. I know that sounds cliche. But it's the true.

I think I just found another new genre to explore! :D

Mystery with a twist

This book starts out with a mysterious twist and keeps getting stranger. I liked the story, but felt there were too many twists that were never really explained.

So so

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I enjoyed the book, but it wasn't as fabulous as some of the reviews I read led me to believe it would be. I'd definitely recommend it to a friend, but I'd make sure that they knew they weren't about to read the next best seller by Grisham.

Would you be willing to try another book from Adam Mitzner? Why or why not?

I do plan to try other books by Adam Mitzner. when they are available. I thought this one was pretty good, it just wasn't as amazing as I expected.