10 audiobooks for fans of No Plan B
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Hellbent
Orphan X • Book 3
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.73 ABR Score (38.1K ratings)★ 4.44 Goodreads (25.3K) ★ 4.75 Audible (12.8K)More about this pick
The Nowhere Man faces his past when his surrogate father Jack Johns is targeted for knowing too much about the secret Orphan X assassination program.
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Enemy of the State
Mitch Rapp • Book 16
Narrated by Scott Brick
Why this book?
Scott Brick's commanding narration brings the same propulsive energy to this geopolitical thriller as he does to Child's Jack Reacher adventures, anchoring another high-stakes mystery where a lone operative must navigate complex conspiracies with gritty realism and relentless pacing.
★ 4.58 ABR Score (31.2K ratings)★ 4.33 Goodreads (21.6K) ★ 4.63 Audible (9.6K)More about this pick
Mitch Rapp hunts a Saudi prince funding ISIS while navigating buried 9/11 secrets the U.S. government desperately wants to keep hidden. The high-stakes espionage and political intrigue crackle through every chapter of this timely thriller.
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First Thrills
First Thrills • Book 1
by Lee Child, Bill Cameron, Marc Paoletti, Kelli Stanley, CJ Lyons, Rebecca Cantrell, J.T. Ellison, Karen Dionne, Grant McKenzie, Rip Gerber, Cynthia Robinson, Daniel Palmer, Unknown Author
Narrated by Jim Bond, Nick Podehl, Luke Daniels, Joyce Bean, Dick Hill
★ 3.62 ABR Score (4.8K ratings)★ 3.58 Goodreads (4.6K) ★ 3.49 Audible (131)More about this pick
Lee Child headlines twenty-five never-before-published stories that showcase both thriller veterans and rising stars. Five skilled narrators tackle the variety of voices and styles across this diverse collection.
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Orphan X
Orphan X • Book 1
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.50 ABR Score (82.4K ratings)★ 4.14 Goodreads (56.7K) ★ 4.53 Audible (25.7K)More about this pick
Evan Smoak helps desperate people who have nowhere else to turn, but his assassin past refuses to stay buried. Brick captures both the character's lethal skills and unexpected compassion.
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Tom Clancy Shadow State (A Jack Ryan Jr. Novel Book 18)
Jack Ryan, Jr. • Book 18
by M.P. Woodward
Narrated by Scott Brick
Why this book?
Scott Brick's commanding narration brings the same propulsive energy to both audiobooks, making these lengthy spy thrillers feel like they fly by. Both novels deliver high-stakes action grounded in procedural detail and smart protagonists who rely on tactical thinking over superhuman heroics, creating an immersive listening experience that rewards close attention.
★ 4.49 ABR Score (7.1K ratings)★ 4.45 Goodreads (6.1K) ★ 4.69 Audible (1.1K)More about this pick
Jack Ryan Jr. survives a helicopter crash in Vietnam only to uncover a conspiracy threatening Western investors. The latest Clancy thriller blends modern economic espionage with classic action sequences across Southeast Asia.
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Command and Control
Jack Ryan Universe • Book 37
by Marc Cameron, Tom Clancy
Narrated by Scott Brick
Why this book?
Scott Brick's commanding narration brings the same propulsive intensity to this geopolitical thriller that made No Plan B so gripping, while both novels deliver high-stakes action driven by resourceful protagonists operating in morally complex situations. The audiobook experience is equally immersive, with Brick's precise delivery keeping you locked in through intricate plots that balance character-driven tension with larger-than-life stakes.
★ 4.48 ABR Score (7.2K ratings)★ 4.42 Goodreads (6.2K) ★ 4.7 Audible (990)More about this pick
Russian forces plot to seize the Panama Canal while President Jack Ryan faces assassination attempts. Scott Brick handles the military tension and political maneuvering as global trade hangs in the balance.
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The Sea Wolves
Isaac Bell • Book 13
by Jack Du Brul, Clive Cussler
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.47 ABR Score (5.6K ratings)★ 4.41 Goodreads (4.8K) ★ 4.75 Audible (778)More about this pick
Scott Brick handles the period dialogue and nautical tension with his usual polish while Isaac Bell races to stop German U-boats from turning the tide of WWI.
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Clive Cussler Ghost Soldier
Oregon Files • Book 18
by Mike Maden
Narrated by Scott Brick
Why this book?
Scott Brick's commanding narration brings the same propulsive energy to this espionage thriller that made No Plan B so gripping, delivering another high-stakes adventure where a resourceful protagonist must outmaneuver global threats through intelligence and quick thinking. The longer runtime allows Cussler's intricate plot to unfold with the same methodical tension and clever problem-solving that define the Jack Reacher series.
★ 4.47 ABR Score (5.4K ratings)★ 4.49 Goodreads (4.9K) ★ 4.76 Audible (516)More about this pick
Juan Cabrillo faces his most sophisticated adversary yet when African jihadis acquire mysterious American weapons. Scott Brick's familiar voice guides listeners through another high-tech Oregon Files adventure.
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The Nowhere Man
Orphan X • Book 2
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.46 ABR Score (45.1K ratings)★ 4.16 Goodreads (32.0K) ★ 4.52 Audible (13.1K)More about this pick
Former government assassin Evan Smoak is captured and tortured, forcing him to escape while protecting those he's sworn to help. Scott Brick's intense performance matches the relentless action of this sequel.
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Red Winter
Jack Ryan Universe (Publication Order) • Book 34
by Marc Cameron, Tom Clancy
Narrated by Scott Brick
Why this book?
Scott Brick's measured, authoritative narration captures the same propulsive tension in Red Winter as it does in No Plan B, delivering high-stakes action with meticulous pacing. Both audiobooks feature seasoned protagonists navigating complex conspiracies with sharp dialogue and tactical precision, making them ideal for listeners who appreciate intelligent thrillers grounded in procedural detail.
★ 4.44 ABR Score (13.0K ratings)★ 4.29 Goodreads (10.6K) ★ 4.59 Audible (2.4K)More about this pick
Young Jack Ryan goes behind the Iron Curtain to investigate a potential Soviet defector in this early Cold War adventure. Scott Brick returns to familiar territory, grounding the espionage tension in character relationships.
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