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)

10 STARS

Best book I’ve listened to by far! Well written, never without some anticipation. Great ethical considerations throughout.

Interesting!

Really good book, some of the special purchases aren't always, but this was a good legal thriller. Not so crazy about performer, but it was adequate

nice surprise

Love the two cases in the book. We usually only get one case, but the two works.

Well worth your listen.

This is one of the better books I have listened to in a while. Immediately grabs your attention and keeps it until the end. To say it is a book about a trial is unfair. There are so many different sub-plots, twists and surprises it may make you want to listen straight through to the finish. I liked that it didn't jump back and forth in time, Always told by one person.

The end is a surprise that may leave u with questions. Ready for next one please.


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Different but not Wowing

A little too drawn out with his “affair” and the way he let it affect everything’s around him, causing him , an attorney, to turn himself into someone as bad or worse than the client he defends.
Ending way too boring.

Great story!

Great mystery, great action and whodunits to keep you guessing. The twists and turns gave this mystery an amazing spin!

Loved It

One of those books I didn't want to end but couldn't stop listening. Wish Mitzner had more books!

Great story!

Great storyline with interesting characters and an ending I did not see coming! Will recommend to friends.

Excellent - Deserves More Than 5 Stars

What did you love best about A Conflict of Interest?

This is a tautly-written story with absolutely nothing gratuitous. Besides an engrossing plot, it has captivating commentary on the legal system, well-developed, believable characters and a refreshing absence of vulgarity. I hope the author writes a sequel; if not, I anxiously await his next book. It was a pleasure to listen to.

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

I was engrossed from beginning to end.

Which character ??? as performed by David LeDoux ??? was your favorite?

David LeDoux was the perfect choice for this book, as it was written in the first person and LeDoux used subtle variations in his delivery to depict the various young, older, male and female characters as though the main character was, indeed, simply telling his story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Yes, the ending was poignant and provocative.

Any additional comments?

I wish all novels were as well-written.

Excellent debut. Can't wait for #2.

Thank you, Audible, for recommending this debut thriller. It was well written. Full of unexpected but mostly believable twists. Amusing without the humor getting in the way. Excellently read. Hope Mr. Mitzner is a fast writer.