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Orphan X
Book • 2016
Orphan X is a 2016 thriller novel that follows the story of Evan Smoak, who was taken from a group home at age 12 and trained as part of the Orphan Program, a top-secret government operation designed to create assassins.
After the program is shut down, Smoak breaks away and reinvents himself as the Nowhere Man, using his skills to help desperate people in need.
However, his past catches up with him as former Orphan agents and government forces try to eliminate him.
The novel is praised for its suspense, action, and strong character development, drawing comparisons to the Jason Bourne and Batman series.
After the program is shut down, Smoak breaks away and reinvents himself as the Nowhere Man, using his skills to help desperate people in need.
However, his past catches up with him as former Orphan agents and government forces try to eliminate him.
The novel is praised for its suspense, action, and strong character development, drawing comparisons to the Jason Bourne and Batman series.
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Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as the author of the book "Orphan X."

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Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as a co-host and best-selling author of thrillers, including the Orphan X series.

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