#theIntern by #michellecampbell - I listened to this as an audiobook and really enjoyed it. This young law student at Harvard is working hard and focused on her future….until her brother is arrested on false drug charges and she realizes that her professor, the one that inspired her to go to law school, the judge that she looks up to as a mentor, is the judge on her brother’s case. To hear it from her brother, everyone involved in the case, including the judge, is “in on it.” At first she seems pretty selfish and naive thinking only of herself and her future career, and her chance to intern with that very judge in her chambers…. But she eventually comes to investigate some things herself, ingratiates herself more and more to her female mentor, and who also seemingly pulls her closer into her confidence and has her become the intern.
This book has good tension in it and it propels it from beginning to end. Definitely a page turner and a binge listening kind of book! Many thanks to @macmillan.audio and @netgalley for giving me access to this in return for review. If you like a thriller set in the law field, or if you like conspiracies in law enforcement and law, this is definitely the book for you. I really enjoyed the connection that the protagonist has with her mentor & I loved the ending. Give this one a try!!

At the start of the story, I was completely into it & one where I’d say it’s a page turner. Unfortunately for me at some point it just started to feel a bit one note or like too much was happening and I got to a point where I kinda just didn’t care as much. I used the audiobook and the narrator does an amazing job. It’s just the story kinda got a little boring I’d say. I mean— it was fine, I guessed what was happening by some point. I didn’t love it, I didn’t hate it, it also wasn’t memorable to me either.

I enjoyed listening to this highly suspenseful thriller. The plot had a good flow to it with unexpected twists, and it kept my attention throughout! I would recommend this book!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to listen to an advance copy of the audiobook version.

Ten years ago, Federal Judge Kathryn Conroy spoke at Madison’s career day. The Judge was someone she greatly admired and Madison was eager to follow in her footsteps. Now top of her class at Harvard law, Madison not only has the the Judge as one of her professors, she also has the opportunity to be an intern in her chambers. There’s only one thing holding her back, her brother has just been arrested on a drug charge and the Judge is on his case. Danny insists he’s been set up by dirty cops and his lawyer and even goes so far to say the Judge Conroy is involved. Could it possibly be true? Madison takes the internship, but is hiding her relationship to Danny. As she starts to investigate, all does not look kosher in the chambers of Kathryn Conroy. Could Madison have been wrong about her all these years. Kathryn takes Madison under her wing, but is she really a friend or a foe? A fast paced thriller that will grab you at every turn. This was a dual read/listen for me and Sarah Mollo-Christensen narrates perfectly throughout. Thank you to St. Martins Press, Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for and ARC and ALC of this book.

I loved this audiobook! The narration was easy to follow, The storyline was interesting and fast paced and kept me listening! I would definitely read/listen from this author and recommend!

This is a fun twisty thriller that constantly keeps you off balance by the characters unpredictable reactions to their ever-changing circumstances. I really enjoy that feeling of never being entirely sure what's going on and letting it play out. It does just that with a few surprises in later chapters and a satisfying conclusion. I listened to the audiobook and the found the narration very well done.

Believability: 1 star
Entertainment: 4 stars
Overall Rating: 3 stars

Wowza this was a ride! As part of the Boston legal community, this book appealed to me from the jump. Ambitious law students and lawyers, corrupt judges, dirty cops, criminal setups, and mob bosses?! Yes, please! However, it took me a bit to get invested and the story was definitely a bit... out there!

I really liked that the novel was done in parts and alternated between Madison and Kathryn. This format provided a ton of backstory and kept the story really moving forward.

I definitely had to suspend belief to allow myself to fully enjoy this novel. Some things were too disjointed to really make sense - a super paranoid, security-conscious judge allows a near-complete stranger full access to her house to CAT SIT a few days after meeting her? What? A judge internship is awarded to a student the day after they apply? Um, no. But, again, allowing these things to just be, really allowed me to immerse myself in the drama and entertainment of the story.

I really liked the narrator, Sarah Mollo-Christensen. She had two very distinct voices for Judge Conroy and Maddy and they were flawless. I will definitely be on the lookout for more novels narrated by her.

If you love a good legal and mob thriller, this is one I absolutely recommend. Thank you to St. Martin's Press, Macmillan Audio, and NetGalley for the copy.

Just finished the audiobook of “The Intern”. I was HOOKED from the beginning. This story was brilliantly written with some good twists throughout. I really liked the narrators voice as well. Easy to distinguish between characters and her enthusiasm keeps you engaged. This was my first book by Michele Campbell but definitely not my last.

Thank you for the ARC!

They say never meet your heroes, but Michelle Campbell shows us a whole new side to that in her book "the intern"

The dream job quickly becomes a nightmare for Madison as every possible mobster/legal trope comes to life in front of her. Written from dual perspective of Madison and Judge Conroy, this story will keep you captivated and also pull at your heartstrings. Fast paced and full of characters you will love while you still aren't sure of their intentions.

As special thank you to the author for trying up the Lucy Cats strings at the end: I hate it when animals in a story are forgotten.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for my copy of this audiobook

If you have any type of legal drama, I'm in. Yet, if you're looking for some courtroom thrill keep looking. This book is about something completely different. While the main characters are consecutively a Harvard law student and a federal judge, the law itself is not a hero. The story more than anything, is about the connection both characters share and how they will approach getting out of some shady peril.

For me, it was a strong 3 stars because I had fun listening to it, yet it didn't make sense to me in many parts. The naive Harvard student who has absolute trouble thinking for herself, drove me up and down the wall. I had trouble placing her as a real character with her own agency. As story progressed she seemed more and a more background driving up the story rather than main character. On the other side I had the character of the judge who we get to know from two perspectives: the fan student and her own. Those two perspectives at times didn't create one person, rather this Jekyll/Hyde kinda creature. So all boils down to realism here. Other than that, despite not being impressed, I enjoyed having this audiobook as a company to household chores. The narrator did a good job differentiating voices, so I had no trouble following at all.

There is just something that hooks me when it comes to legal thrillers and/or procedural thriller, and this one had it all!

✨Fast-paced ✅
✨Morally Grey Character(s)✅
✨Corruption ✅
✨Familial Drama✅
✨Law/Courtroom Activity✅
✨Idolization✅


I can’t even count how many times I audibly gasped, at surprises I did not see coming (which is huge for me because I usually can predict “plot twists” even the wildest ones), but this book kept me on my feet!

I was lucky enough to be able to tandem read this book with an eARC (from @stmartinspress) and an ALC (from @macmillian.audio ) the book was great and even though I didn’t think it could be so the audiobook as well as the narrator was really AMAZING! I was able to comfortably listen at 2x speed and the voice acting gave unsettling edge and atmosphere which I absolutely LOVED!

5.0✨


Special thanks to Macmillan audio for the ALC for review!

#FirstLine ~ She loved the way her professor moved.

The Intern is a gripping novel by an author who skillfully navigates the intricate terrain of class, ambition, family, and murder, readers are taken on a thrilling journey into the high-stakes world of Harvard law student Madison Rivera and the charismatic Judge Kathryn Conroy.

The Intern masterfully navigates the complexities of power, influence, and morality within the legal system. The author deftly crafts a narrative that is rife with suspense, intrigue, and moral ambiguity. Readers will find themselves captivated by the intricate dance between Madison and Judge Conroy, two strong-willed women whose lives become inextricably entwined in a perilous cat-and-mouse game.

The novel's tension escalates with each page, as secrets unravel, alliances shift, and danger lurks around every corner. The relentless pursuit of truth and justice keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning pages to uncover the next revelation. The author's ability to maintain a sense of uncertainty and unpredictability throughout the story adds to the overall thrill of the narrative.

The Intern is a timely and riveting legal thriller that delivers on its promise of suspense, intrigue, and moral quandaries. Readers will be enthralled by the intricacies of the legal world and the intricate web of relationships woven by Madison and Judge Conroy. This novel is a compelling exploration of ambition, loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of truth, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.

This book was so enjoyable.

I loved the aspect of family, trauma, past, drugs, and everything else. It was written wonderful and I really enjoyed it. I can appreciate a well written plot, that leaves you wanting more and easy to binge.

I can’t say anything I didn’t like.

Madison Rivera, a Harvard Law Student secures an internship working for her idol, Judge Kathryn Conroy, but they both have secrets that could destroy their careers. The Intern is a fast-paced, thriller about status, ambition, family and murder.

I have to admit it took a little while to get used to the narration and the beginning was a little slow for me. However, I definitely became invested, probably halfway through Part 1. I enjoyed the 2 POVs of the MCs which was a big factor in what kept me so engaged. There were a lot of things happening, that originally didn't seem like they were relevant or connected but Michele Campbell did a phenomenal job of bringing it all together. There were a lot of twists that you didn't necessarily see coming, which created more intrigue and mystery. The plot itself was slightly far-fetched in my opinion, but I think that the character development and the struggles that they were faced with were relatable. This was a great legal thriller that made you want to know more. There was just the right amount of mystery, suspense and betrayal to make your heart pound and feel for the characters. I also have to say, I really liked the ended, it was perfectly unexpected and it just fit right.

Thank you NetGalley, Macmillan Audio, St. Martin's Press and Michele Campbell for the advanced audio version of The Intern by Michele Campbell in exchange for an honest review.

Publication Date for The Intern is t o d a y, 03 October 2023.

I had such a great time listening to this audiobook. I listen to it over the course of two different hikes that I went on, and it had so many twists, and turns that it kept me super engaged and invested in the story.

The Intern is a twisty, convoluted, fun thrill ride with complicated characters and intertwining motives.
A striving Harvard law student's brother gets arrested in a drug bust and at the same time she's approached by one of her professors to intern at her office. She admires the judge but is concerned that she's also presiding over her brother's case. Her mother sees the opportunity to get information and bolster the brother's claims that he was set up, but she's wary.
Things get less formulaic when we learn the judge's backstory and how she became enmeshed in organized crime through her unfortunate upbringing. The judge and intern alternately use and bond with each other, and play the various angles of federal investigators, office politics, and the ever-watching crime organization.
It's a fun, quick read with plenty of action and intrigue, and not too many plot holes or time gaps.

4 1/2 ⭐️

The Intern
Author: Michele Campbell
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Publication Date:
10/03/2023
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Publisher:
Macmillan Audio
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How am I just discovering Michele Campbell?! If you want a fast paced, legal mystery thriller, then read The Intern or better yet, the audiobook!

The story is told with dual POV’s. It goes back in time to give you history of one of the main characters. The story is executed very well. Sarah Mollo-Christensen does a wonderful job with the narration of the POV’s and setting the tone of this great story. There were many twists that when I thought I had it figured out, I was wrong! It’s a well developed story that simply captivates you!

Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for giving me the opportunity to listen to this advanced copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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🎧📖Book 80/100
📚The Intern
💫Genre: Women’s Fiction/Thriller
✍️Michele Campbell
🗣 Narrated by:
Sarah Mollo-Christensen
📝Synopsis 📝
Madison attends Harvard as has applied as an intern for the prestigious Judge Kathryn Conroy. Madison has a secret agenda, and Kathryn has skeletons in her closet that haunt her every move. Through Dual POV/Timelines we go to the root of their why’s and what they chose to do when all secrets are brought to light.

💭My Thoughts 💭
The characters were extremely likable, and I hated the bad characters to the core. The way Madison did everything she could in her power to see through her brothers safety was bad@$$. The shame and perseverance Kathryn endured and overcame really hit me. One detail about paternity really made me cringe, but I really did enjoy the plot. The ending felt a bit rushed, but I enjoyed how it ended. It was very predictable , and I struggled pinning this as a thriller for that very reason. The Boston Theme was my favorite. The mix of Harvard and the corruption in politics was on point and very detailed. The narration would have been better if there was two different voices (one for each woman). I finished this in one day because I really wanted to see how it all ended.

✨Thank you @netgalley and @macmillan.audio for a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
📌Publication Date:
October 03,2023
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The Intern kept promising to be great. Or at least pretty good. It just continued to live up to "OK". We had two supposedly intelligent women. But they made ridiculous after ridiculous decisions. Both of them. Most of those decision centered solidly men who were using them. Such a waste. They could have worked together from the beginning.

This book wandered back and forth deciding what it wanted to be when it grew up. It ended up being stuck in its own adolescence. In that space, it felt like a grownup when it finally did something responsible.

The book ended up being OK, but nothing special.

4.5 rounded up

Madison Rivera is a law student at Harvard who lands an internship to work for her professor, and Judge, Kathryn Conroy. Unfortunately for Madison, Judge Conroy is the one handling her brother’s (Danny) criminal case.

When Danny acuses Judge Conroy of corruption and other crimes, Madison finds herself stuck in the middle not knowing what or who to believe. Could Danny be right about her?

I enjoyed this book so much! It started off a bit slow, but once it picked up, I was fully invested. This book was filled with secrets, drama, and tragedies.

I loved getting both Madison and Kathryn’s POV. The narrator was fantastic and did a great job bringing these characters to life. I do have to say that I was way more invested in Kathryn’s life than Madison’s - that woman had secrets for days.

Pick this one up if you enjoy:
- legal topics
- family drama
- multiple POVs

Thank you so much Netgalley, Macmillan Audio, and the audio for this ALC.