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cassidylz's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
exquisite_tragedy's review
3.0
Let this serve as my reminder the legal thrillers are just not my cup of tea.
Story: 2/5
Audiobook: 3/5 (narrated by Sarah Mollo-Christensen)
Length 11h9min
Story: 2/5
Audiobook: 3/5 (narrated by Sarah Mollo-Christensen)
Length 11h9min
jackieb's review
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Not great. Ended up skimming the middle to get to the end.
jb93reads's review
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
2.75
gretchlikestoread's review against another edition
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I listened to this audiobook (through Book of the Month!) and I really liked it - it’s a easy fast-paced thriller with a dual POV. What I didn’t like was the main character Madison. I found myself constantly annoyed by her inner monologue and found her to be her own worst enemy, but maybe that was the narration? I loved Kathryn’s point of view though.
duskx's review against another edition
3.0
Fasten your seatbelts, folks! We’re diving into the thrilling world of “The Intern” by Michele Campbell, a psychological thriller that’s more twisty than a roller-coaster ride through a house of mirrors.
The narrative revolves around Madison Rivera, a Harvard law student who lands an internship with her professor, the formidable Judge Kathryn Conroy. However, Madison’s secrets threaten to undermine her career. When her brother Danny is arrested and Conroy presides over his case, the plot thickens. Danny’s disappearance, following accusations of corruption against the judge, propels Madison into a quest for truth within Conroy’s glamorous world.
Campbell’s storytelling prowess shines through in this fast-paced storyline, making it an addictive and cinematic page-turner. The story unfolds through alternating perspectives and timelines, enriching the characters and the plot. The protagonists are strong, independent, intelligent women who support each other in their collective survival.
Despite being action-packed, the quality of the action is questionable. Our leading ladies, Madison and Kathryn, are top-tier legal professionals who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty. They are depicted as successful despite their challenging backgrounds and leading their families. Yet, their actions and strategies do not reflect these traits, especially when their adversaries are portrayed as malevolent but not particularly astute. Their characters might have been more believable if they had come from affluent backgrounds with fewer concerns. Some plot developments seem contrived and conveniently structured to facilitate a happy ending.
So, buckle up for a wild ride with “The Intern”. It’s a legal thriller that packs a punch of suspense and action, even with its occasional speed bumps.
The narrative revolves around Madison Rivera, a Harvard law student who lands an internship with her professor, the formidable Judge Kathryn Conroy. However, Madison’s secrets threaten to undermine her career. When her brother Danny is arrested and Conroy presides over his case, the plot thickens. Danny’s disappearance, following accusations of corruption against the judge, propels Madison into a quest for truth within Conroy’s glamorous world.
Campbell’s storytelling prowess shines through in this fast-paced storyline, making it an addictive and cinematic page-turner. The story unfolds through alternating perspectives and timelines, enriching the characters and the plot. The protagonists are strong, independent, intelligent women who support each other in their collective survival.
Despite being action-packed, the quality of the action is questionable. Our leading ladies, Madison and Kathryn, are top-tier legal professionals who aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty. They are depicted as successful despite their challenging backgrounds and leading their families. Yet, their actions and strategies do not reflect these traits, especially when their adversaries are portrayed as malevolent but not particularly astute. Their characters might have been more believable if they had come from affluent backgrounds with fewer concerns. Some plot developments seem contrived and conveniently structured to facilitate a happy ending.
So, buckle up for a wild ride with “The Intern”. It’s a legal thriller that packs a punch of suspense and action, even with its occasional speed bumps.
aclopez6's review
4.0
Thank you to Netgalley for an advance audiobook copy!
Excellent. Fast-paced style that will draw in readers of Riley Sager and Lisa Gardner. Not as many twists as a Freida McFadden novel necessarily, but I would recommend to patrons looking for something similar to Stacy Abrams work.
The Intern is told from two perspectives: Judge Kathy Conroy and Madison, a Harvard law student. At first, I loved Madison's perspective. I became a bit wary when she fixated on her brother, Danny, but given her family dynamics and history, it did make sense. I found the judge's storyline more compelling and sympathetic. The audiobook narrator was great, and had an even cadence while still using different tones for each character. The ending may not be shocking to many readers, but the journey to get there was fun!
Excellent. Fast-paced style that will draw in readers of Riley Sager and Lisa Gardner. Not as many twists as a Freida McFadden novel necessarily, but I would recommend to patrons looking for something similar to Stacy Abrams work.
The Intern is told from two perspectives: Judge Kathy Conroy and Madison, a Harvard law student. At first, I loved Madison's perspective. I became a bit wary when she fixated on her brother, Danny, but given her family dynamics and history, it did make sense. I found the judge's storyline more compelling and sympathetic. The audiobook narrator was great, and had an even cadence while still using different tones for each character. The ending may not be shocking to many readers, but the journey to get there was fun!
music_girl84's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug use, Alcoholism, Alcohol, Drug abuse, Murder, Adult/minor relationship, Police brutality, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Addiction, Emotional abuse, Grief, Cancer, Cursing, Violence, Chronic illness, Death, Gun violence, Infidelity, Medical content, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
manderzreadz's review
3.0
This book was the definition of “meh” for me—nothing great about it, nothing bad about it.
Thank you to NetGalley for giving me a digital copy in exchange for a review.
This book followed a judge and her intern thrown into the middle of the Boston mob where influence and money reign and terror and death run rampant.
While the ending was satisfying and just, the book lacked anything to set it apart from the rest of the genre. There wasn’t anything wrong with it, but also there wasn’t anything outstanding about it either.
Thank you to NetGalley for giving me a digital copy in exchange for a review.
This book followed a judge and her intern thrown into the middle of the Boston mob where influence and money reign and terror and death run rampant.
While the ending was satisfying and just, the book lacked anything to set it apart from the rest of the genre. There wasn’t anything wrong with it, but also there wasn’t anything outstanding about it either.