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Orphan X Books In Order (Full List)

Orphan X is a series of 13 books by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz. The first book published in the series is Orphan X in 2016. Here is a complete list of Orphan X books in order.

Last update: October 17, 2026

1. Orphan X (2016)

Orphan X book cover

"A guy can love a million women. But a man, a man loves one woman a million ways."

In Gregg Andrew Hurwitz's heart-stopping thriller, Orphan X, readers are catapulted into the adrenaline-fueled world of Evan Smoak - a lethal government assassin turned protector of the helpless. With non-stop action and a captivating protagonist, this page-turner will leave you breathless.

  • πŸ“‡ 367 Pages
  • πŸ“ 91,750 - 110,100 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

2. The Nowhere Man (2017)

The Nowhere Man book cover

"Next time, he thinks. The two best words in the English language."

"The Nowhere Man" is a gripping and heart-pounding thriller by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz. Join former government operative Evan Smoak, known as Orphan X, as he risks his life to rescue a woman taken hostage by a sadistic human trafficking ring. A race against time that will leave readers breathless.

  • πŸ“‡ 369 Pages
  • πŸ“ 92,250 - 110,700 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

3. Hellbent (2018)

Hellbent book cover

"I'm not saying it's easy. I'm saying it's worth doing. Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional."

"Hellbent" by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz is a pulse-pounding thriller that follows Orphan X, the deadly vigilante with a conscience, as he unleashes his wrath on a mastermind who's targeting those closest to him, resulting in a high-octane battle for revenge and redemption.

  • πŸ“‡ 412 Pages
  • πŸ“ 103,000 - 123,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

4. Out Of The Dark (2019)

Out Of The Dark book cover

"Compare yourself to who you were yesterday, not to who someone else is today."

In "Out Of The Dark" by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz, a retired assassin finds himself entangled in a deadly game of cat and mouse as he faces off against a formidable opponent determined to destroy his peaceful existence.

  • πŸ“‡ 388 Pages
  • πŸ“ 97,000 - 116,400 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

5. Into The Fire (2020)

Into The Fire book cover

"He could handle chaos in the world as long as there was order at home."

"Gregg Andrew Hurwitz delivers an explosive thrill ride in 'Into The Fire,' as former government agent Evan Smoak battles a powerful organization hellbent on erasing his existence. Packed with suspense, heart-pounding action, and unexpected twists, this electrifying novel is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats."

  • πŸ“‡ 400 Pages
  • πŸ“ 100,000 - 120,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

6. Prodigal Son (2021)

Prodigal Son book cover

"Every time I consider myself an adult, I think back five years to when I also thought of myself as an adult. And I’m aghast at how staggeringly blind I was. Maybe what I hold to be true right now will seem just as ignorant when I reflect back on it years from now."

"Prodigal Son" by Gregg Andrew Hurwitz is a pulse-pounding thriller that follows Evan Smoak, a former government assassin known as Orphan X, as he battles against a deadly adversary from his past, risking everything to protect those who need his help.

  • πŸ“‡ 432 Pages
  • πŸ“ 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

7. Dark Horse (2022)

Dark Horse book cover

"How you do anything is how you do everything."

In Gregg Andrew Hurwitz's thrilling novel, "Dark Horse," skilled assassin Evan Smoak finds himself on a deadly mission as he tries to protect a young woman with mysterious powers from a ruthless organization. Filled with heart-pounding action, unexpected plot twists, and complex characters, this page-turner is a must-read for fans of the

  • πŸ“‡ 432 Pages
  • πŸ“ 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time

8. The Last Orphan (2023)

The Last Orphan book cover

"If you have to be hit over the head to learn something about yourself, you’ll be someone who thinks that people only learn if you hit them over the head."

In "The Last Orphan," Gregg Andrew Hurwitz sends Evan Smoak into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. A quiet lead turns dangerous, and the truth is worse than the rumor that started it.

  • πŸ“‡ 352 Pages
  • πŸ“ 88,000 - 105,600 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 12 Hours Reading Time

9. Lone Wolf (2024)

Lone Wolf book cover

"His appearance wasn’t repugnant because it was some sort of reflection of his moral state. It was repugnant because of how clearly it showed just how little he cared."

In "Lone Wolf," Gregg Andrew Hurwitz sends Evan Smoak into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. A quiet lead turns dangerous, and the truth is worse than the rumor that started it.

  • πŸ“‡ 389 Pages
  • πŸ“ 97,250 - 116,700 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

10. Nemesis (2025)

Nemesis book cover

"Pay attention to what you pay attention to. What you pay attention to is where you’re headed. That’s it. That’s everything."

In "Nemesis," Gregg Andrew Hurwitz sends Evan Smoak into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. Friends, suspects, and unfinished business collide before the case will close.

  • πŸ“‡ 453 Pages
  • πŸ“ 113,250 - 135,900 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time

11. The Code (2025)

The Code book cover

In "The Code," Gregg Andrew Hurwitz sends Evan Smoak into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. The obvious explanation falls apart, and the people closest to the trouble are not all on the same side.

  • πŸ“‡ 400 Pages
  • πŸ“ 100,000 - 120,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

12. Antihero (2026)

Antihero book cover

"gentle and intimate and lovely. It was not the fantasy. It was better. It is not polite to inquire further."

In "Antihero," Gregg Andrew Hurwitz sends Evan Smoak into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. What starts as a favor becomes a hunt, and walking away stops being a real choice.

  • πŸ“‡ 403 Pages
  • πŸ“ 100,750 - 120,900 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time

13. The Damage Man (2026)

The Damage Man book cover

In "The Damage Man," Gregg Andrew Hurwitz sends Evan Smoak into a new installment that has to be read after the earlier books. Old loyalties get tested, and the last chapters change who can be trusted.

  • πŸ“‡ 400 Pages
  • πŸ“ 100,000 - 120,000 Word Count
  • ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time