I was hooked and really had difficulty putting it down to sleep. I just wanted to know what happened next.

This is a taut and fast paced thriller in the guns and action genre where there are lots of weapon and advanced technology talk - and lots of amazing deeds by our hero.

Our hero here is OCD, overcompensates, is emotionally retarded and a trained assassin.

Who is ably assisted by by the gutsy, feisty, screwed up foster girl with a genius IQ and quite some way with computers and programming.

This was the first of the "Orphan X" series that I have read but as a result I am eager for more. A pacy thriller with more characterisation than is often the case in this genre. Will appeal to anyone who enjoys Bourne or Jack
Reacher..

Bit of an old premise with our hero twinned with a youngster adept in extreme violence but this is carried off very well. Good action sequences intertwine with self analysis seamlessly plus the ending tantalisingly left open for hopefully the next episode!

Absolutely brilliant!

I thoroughly enjoyed the first book Orphan X, and I must admit, was extremely sceptical that this one would be as good. I am more than happy to admit that I was wrong, think I enjoyed it even more.

I think Evan came over as more caring, and understanding of human nature, more so than in the first two books. He starts to empathise with people, but will this be his downfall.......

Great characters, a story that keeps you hooked, and turning the pages.

Can't wait for the next instalment

Thank you to Netgalley and Minotaur Books for giving me the chance to read Hellbent in exchange for an honest and unbiased review

In this third instalment of the Orphan x series we find Evan’s character progress, developing more social skills and greater empathy as he learns to relate better to other people.
This story sees him make a new friend and eliminate an old enemy. However, as it ends he realises he faces even greater danger as he uncovers a powerful new opponent, who needs him eliminated.
I found this book returned to the winning formula of the first in the series, with greater emphasis on personal relationships; lots of action and suspense and a great storyline.

I have loved the Orphan X series and this one is great again. It is a very similar theme and pace to the others and a gripping read that kept me hooked throughout. Looking forward to the next one!

I have read the other two books in this series and enjoyed this one. It was exciting and developed orphan x's character from the previous books. Highly recommended.

Although I haven't read any of the previous books in the series I did enjoy reading Hellbent. Not my usual genre but it was an excellent read with humorous touches and fast paced action.

You know you wait for ages for a new heroic main character to come along and then two come along at once. Obviously I'm talking about Evan Smoak being one of them (fyi Isaiah Quintabe is the other) and in this, the third in series, we learn more about him and where he came from as he tries to come to terms with some very hard hitting truths, at the same time trying to stay alive.
As I said, this is the third in series and I would very much recommend that you do read the previous two books first. There is the usual catch-up to be found within this volume but it really only stands up as a memory link as to what has gone before rather than a proper catch up, if you get the difference.
One of the things I really love about Evan is that he is committed to what he believes in. He is dedicated to his new personal of The Nowhere Man and, even with his own, and others' lives in peril, he still answers his phone and helps others.
This time, a lot of the plot is techno based rather than pure action, which we do get more than our fair share of, if you're worried... luckily Evan has a bit of help in that side of things and the two of them rub along more or less on a personal front but, professionally, when the chips are down, they complement each other perfectly. Well, as much as their differences will allow!
It's a lot less repetitive than book two but I was pleased to see that Evan has kept up his numeracy practice as he continues to count - a skill that keeps him alive on more than one occasion. It's also a lot more personal, especially for Evan who has to deal with some pretty heavy emotional stuff right from the start. Then, as things go on, he starts to build up a bigger picture of the Orphan project that he has escaped from. I say escaped, no one ever leaves, which is really the crux of the matter and in this book, we see what happens to others when they tried.
With the first two books, I read them both first and then also listened to the wonderful Scott Brick narrate the Audiobook version. He really brings the story and characters to life and I really can't wait to get my hands on his imagining of this book too.
Characterisation is what really sells this story to me. I don't quite know exactly why but I really believe in Evan as a character and kinda like him as a person too. Probably in a motherly way but, hey, it's all valid! With what he has been through, to come through it all and still be caring and compassionate and with what he does to help others, just touches me so much. Oh that and being a bit kick-ass gung-ho, that helps too! I also like the way he is developing through the series, even considering that quite a fair bit is told as backstory, Evan has remained true to his timeline and the way he is evolving in the present, and indeed learning new skills both professionally and personally, makes him all the more interesting and fulfilling a character. I'd love to shoot the breeze with him over a vodka one day...
Anyway, all in all, a cracking addition to what has catapulted into being one of my favourite series. My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.

Continuing saga of orphan X, not my favourite genre but nevertheless a good read

My thanks to Michael Joseph, Penguin Books and Netgalley for an opportunity to offer my free unbiased review.
My one regret in reading this is that I should have read books 1 & 2 of the series first. Not because it needs it but because I have a quaint habit of usually reading series in sequence.
If you like spoilers or need a plot outline this review is not for you - there are loads of other reviews out there and the books blurb is a good place to start. Let me concentrate on the crafting and plotting. Both are very good and consistent that is they are maintained throughout the volume. The characterisation is also comprehensive and all the characters can live and breath in your imagination. I'll be tracking down books 1 & 2 of the Orphan X thrillers and reading them over easter.

Author ensures that reader is fully immersed in storyline. Great page turner throughout

I love these book so much and Hellbent didn't disappoint in anyway. This time we see Evan an ex employee of a government program seek revenge and for the first time partner up with a female computer wiz Joey.
I have read all the Orphan x series and yet I could still recommend these books as stand alone. Each book reflects back to the Evan's history and the bits we need to know to make each book link. Jack Reacher stand aside because new guy in town, Evan, is taking over with a bang!
Gregg's books always take me away from reality and give a thrilling, exciting action packed read that never fails to fulfil.

This may be advertised as a gripping thriller but not for me. Perhaps the advanced sci-fi stuff is beyond me. The characters did not convince me either. Eventually, far from being unable to put it down, I gave up.

This the third in the series and is a brilliant extension to the first two books. The development of the main character is nothing short of enthralling. The first two books introduced us to a damaged yet focused character but this third took the story line to a whole new level. I would recommend that the books be read in order as the storyline builds brilliantly, this is a fantistic series and the third story is an execelent read. Highly recommend.

Taken from a life of nothing to be trained as a government assassin could be thought of as salvation. But when the same government kills your handler, a figure you took as a father figure, then it becomes a fight for revenge. Orphan X won't stop until he gets his. A bit too formulaic for me. Lots of action, violence and layers. Some character building just didn't grab me.

Thank you for the opportunity to read this book. It was a very well written book. The storyline and characters where great. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone.

Hellbent by Gregg Hurwitz a fascinating four-star read. This is the third book in the Orphan X Thrillers but it could be read as stand-alone. What a read this will keep you on the edge of your seat, the action never lets up but it’s not so heavy that it’s all your reading there is a good drama to the story as well. The plot twists will keep you hooked and have you wondering what is going on in places, but keeps you hanging on as you need to know if Evan will get what he needs, will he get the package and get revenge? If you are in the mood for a good thriller then this is the story for you.

Orphan X is back and this time he has company. The Nowhere Man returns in Hellbent and even though it’s only January, we have a contender for Thriller of the Year. Evan Smoak is one of the finest characters in fiction today and Mr Hurwitz has created a character that rivals Reacher. In this third instalment, Orphan X is still being hunted by the Orphan Programme who will stop at nothing to tie up their loose ends. His mentor requests that he looks after a package which turns out to be a teenage girl with her own particular skill set. What follows is a game of cat and mouse between Van Sciver and his group of killers and Evan and his new charge. The pages of the book fly by a break neck speed and the stunning conclusion leaves you wanting more. A highly recommended read.

An exciting read with twists, turns, a fast paced, page turner.

This is the 3rd book in the Orphan x series & the story continues from where the last one left off, it would be best to read them in order & if you’ve read the other 2, you will enjoy this one too.

Shows a more personal side to the main character & a very enjoyable read. Highly recommended.

Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for giving me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.