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Dark Horse

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In Dark Horse by Gregg Hurwitz, Evan Smoak, also known as Orphan X, is drawn out of his retirement when he receives a plea for help from a Texas rancher. The rancher's daughter has been kidnapped by a dangerous drug cartel, and he is willing to pay handsomely for Smoak's expertise in retrieving her. As Evan navigates this treacherous underworld, he balances his covert skills with his personal ethics, leading to intense confrontations and gripping twists.
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If you relish thrillers with high-stakes action and complex characters, diving into a tale of intrigue and suspense, you might enjoy what Gregg Hurwitz offers in this gripping crime and thriller narrative. Discover a meticulously crafted plot where justice and vengeance intersect.

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Dark Horse by Gregg Hurwitz

Evan Smoak, aka Orphan X, is back at break-neck speed in a thrilling new adventure.

The Hero
Evan Smoak - a former off-the-books assassin with the code name Orphan X. His world is divided into those who deserve his help and those who've brought his singular brand of justice upon themselves.

The Victim
A desperate father reaches out. His teenage daughter, Anjelina, has been kidnapped by a brutal criminal cartel and spirited over the border into Mexico. And while money is no object, Evan soon realises that his prospective client's past is as clouded and compromised as his own.

The Mission
If Evan is going to put his life on the line to rescue Anjelina, he must first decide whether he can act on behalf of a bad man. Even then, up against the men who are holding his daughter, there will be no guarantee of success...

Series: An Orphan X Novel

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iDark Horse/i by Gregg Hurwitz is praised for its nonstop action and philosophical depth, with the series improving over time. Reviewers highlight its epic scope and colourful writing, with Evan Smoak as a complex and compelling character facing moral dilemmas. The novel is described as sheer escapist fantasy with stylish prose, making it a standout in the thriller genre.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405942706

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 334g

Pages: 480

About the Author

Gregg Hurwitz is the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Evan Smoak thrillers Orphan X, The Nowhere Man, Hellbent, Out of the Dark, Into the Fire, Prodigal Son, Dark Horse and The Last Orphan. He is also the author of You're Next, The Survivor, Tell No Lies and Don't Look Back. He lives with his family in LA, where he also writes for the screen, TV and comics.

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