Orphan X

I Am Pilgrim

Terry Hayes

A former top-secret intelligence operative becomes entangled in a global terrorist plot. The protagonist uses his exceptional skills and deep knowledge of intelligence operations to track and stop a deadly threat. The novel combines intricate espionage, personal redemption, and high-octane action sequences.

The Gray Man

Mark Greaney

Court Gentry is a highly skilled CIA assassin turned freelance operative. Hunted by his former employers, he becomes a mercenary who takes on dangerous missions to help those in need. The book features intense action, a skilled protagonist with a complex past, and high-stakes international intrigue similar to Orphan X.

The Kill Artist

Daniel Silva

Gabriel Allon is an art restorer and Israeli intelligence operative who is drawn back into the world of espionage. He must confront a Palestinian assassin from his past, using his unique skills and strategic thinking. The book offers complex characters and intricate international intrigue.

The Terminal List

Jack Carr

Navy SEAL James Reece seeks revenge after his entire team is killed in a covert mission gone wrong. He uses his elite training and tactical skills to hunt down those responsible, navigating a complex web of conspiracy and betrayal. The book offers a similar blend of military precision and personal vendetta.

The Killer Collective

Barry Eisler

A group of elite operatives with diverse backgrounds must work together to prevent a massive conspiracy. The book features skilled professionals using their unique abilities to fight against powerful enemies. It offers complex characters and intense action sequences.

The Cleaner

Brett Battles

Jonathan Quinn is a professional cleaner who specializes in making problems disappear for intelligence agencies. When he becomes a target himself, he must use all his skills to survive. The novel features a skilled operative navigating a dangerous world of international intrigue.

Rain Fall

Barry Eisler

John Rain is a half-Japanese, half-American assassin who specializes in making his kills look like natural deaths. Operating in Tokyo, he becomes entangled in a dangerous political conspiracy. The novel features a skilled lone operative with a moral code, similar to Evan Smoak's character.

The Informationist

Taylor Stevens

Vanessa Michael Munroe is a highly skilled information specialist who takes on dangerous missions around the world. She uses her exceptional intelligence and adaptability to solve complex problems and rescue those in need. The novel features a unique protagonist with extraordinary skills.

Hard Target

Dean M. Cole

A former special forces operator becomes a protector for those in desperate situations. The protagonist uses advanced training and tactical skills to help people who have nowhere else to turn. The novel combines high-stakes action with a mission-driven narrative similar to Orphan X.

The Hunter

John Lescroart

A former military operative becomes a private investigator who takes on dangerous cases. The protagonist uses his training and moral compass to help those who cannot help themselves. The book offers a compelling mix of action, investigation, and personal redemption.