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Orphan X

Orphan X • Book 1

by Gregg Hurwitz

Narrated by Scott Brick

4.50 ABR Score (82.4K ratings)
★ 4.14 Goodreads (56.7K) ★ 4.53 Audible (25.7K)
11h 15m Released 2016 Thriller

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Scott Brick reads this like every chapter is the last chance to outrun someone — and the tension never lets up.

  • Great if you want: a lean, propulsive spy thriller with a compelling loner protagonist
  • Listening experience: tight and relentless — short chapters keep the momentum punishing
  • Narration: Brick's clipped intensity is a perfect match for Evan's cold precision
  • Skip if: you prefer character interiority over action-driven plotting

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About This Audiobook

Former government assassin Evan Smoak operates in the shadows as "The Nowhere Man," a mysterious figure who helps desperate people when all other options have failed. Trained from childhood in a classified black ops program that molded him into the perfect killer, Evan broke free from his handlers and now uses his lethal skills for a different purpose. His carefully constructed new life becomes threatened when someone from his dark past surfaces, forcing him to confront the very system that created him while protecting those who depend on his unique brand of justice.

Scott Brick delivers a masterful performance that captures both Evan's cold professionalism and underlying humanity. His measured, gravelly narration perfectly embodies the protagonist's calculating nature, while his skillful pacing builds tension through quiet moments and explosive action sequences alike. Brick's vocal range brings distinct personality to each character, from desperate clients to dangerous adversaries. The audio format enhances the story's suspenseful atmosphere, allowing listeners to feel immersed in Evan's world of surveillance, tactical planning, and split-second life-or-death decisions.