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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Into the Fire
An Orphan X Novel • Book 5
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.73 ABR Score (28.5K ratings)★ 4.43 Goodreads (19.1K) ★ 4.79 Audible (9.4K)More about this pick
Scott Brick's relentless intensity transforms this fifth Orphan X into pure propulsive momentum—his voice becomes the weapon, making every tense standoff and moral reckoning land with genuine weight.
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Out of the Dark
An Orphan X Novel • Book 4
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.71 ABR Score (31.8K ratings)★ 4.4 Goodreads (21.6K) ★ 4.77 Audible (10.2K)More about this pick
Scott Brick's measured intensity perfectly captures Evan Smoak's lethal precision—making this fourth Orphan X installment feel like a masterclass in smart thriller narration that never oversells the danger.
- 4
Final Option
The Oregon Files • Book 14
by Clive Cussler, Boyd Morrison
Narrated by Scott Brick
★ 4.67 ABR Score (10.9K ratings)★ 4.48 Goodreads (8.0K) ★ 4.82 Audible (2.9K)More about this pick
Scott Brick's crisp, propulsive narration turns this Cussler techno-thriller into pure adrenaline—he nails the rapid-fire dialogue and keeps the momentum relentless for over 10 hours.
- 5
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
★ 3.63 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
★ 4.51 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
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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Tom Clancy’s Firing Point
A Jack Ryan Jr. Novel • Book 7
by Mike Maden
Narrated by Scott Brick
Why this book?
Scott Brick's commanding narration delivers the same propulsive intensity in both thrillers, anchoring intricate plots with unwavering authority. Both audiobooks blend geopolitical intrigue with procedural momentum, offering that satisfying blend of high-stakes action and meticulous problem-solving that keeps listeners engaged across their substantial runtimes.
★ 4.47 ABR Score (12.7K ratings)★ 4.22 Goodreads (9.1K) ★ 4.65 Audible (3.6K)More about this pick
Scott Brick's measured intensity is perfect for this one—he captures Jack Ryan's controlled fury as he hunts down answers across an international conspiracy that keeps twisting just when you think you've got it figured out.
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