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Orphan X (Orphan X, #1)

Gregg Andrew Hurwitz
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Orphan X (Orphan X, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Gregg Andrew Hurwitz

Orphan X (Orphan X, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

367

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Orphan X by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz follows Evan Smoak, who was taken from a foster home and trained as an elite government operative. Now operating outside the system, he uses his skills to help those in desperate need while being pursued by his past. The novel merges action and suspense in a gripping narrative.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

72,453 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Orphan X by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz is a compelling thriller featuring a skilled protagonist, engaging plot, and fast-paced narrative. Reviewers praise the well-crafted suspense and character depth but note occasional predictability and minor pacing issues. Overall, it's a gripping read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Orphan X (Orphan X, #1)?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with a morally complex hero, like Lee Child's Jack Reacher series or Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp novels, will love Orphan X by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz. This book appeals to those who appreciate high-stakes action, intricate plots, and protagonists with a strong sense of justice.

4.3

72,453 ratings

82%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

367

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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