The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
caszriel's review against another edition
5.0
Of course I have to start by saying: THAT ENDING?!
Prodigal Son made me really sit and marvel at Gregg Hurwitz's truly excellent prose, the level of detail in the exquisite description of each scene! This one felt especially special, a pivot of sorts from the earlier books (are we getting more? Please tell me we're getting more). There was more of an exploration of Evan's psyche here, in particular the childhood that made him into who he was.
All of my favourite characters were here, and I loved the premise of the novel, there was clearly careful research conducted! Everything that I'd felt was missing in [b:Don't Look Back|18404225|Don't Look Back|Gregg Andrew Hurwitz|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1400991273l/18404225._SY75_.jpg|26038085] was here in Prodigal Son, and all the better because this series holds a special place in my heart.
Thoughts before reading:
I wasn't sure if this book would be a thing but man I'm glad that it will be because I am hella excited for it!!
Update 04/08: just read the excerpt included at the back of The List (up to end of chapter 9!) and it makes me that much more excited for the book, can I have the full thing now ahh!
Prodigal Son made me really sit and marvel at Gregg Hurwitz's truly excellent prose, the level of detail in the exquisite description of each scene! This one felt especially special, a pivot of sorts from the earlier books (are we getting more? Please tell me we're getting more). There was more of an exploration of Evan's psyche here, in particular the childhood that made him into who he was.
All of my favourite characters were here, and I loved the premise of the novel, there was clearly careful research conducted! Everything that I'd felt was missing in [b:Don't Look Back|18404225|Don't Look Back|Gregg Andrew Hurwitz|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1400991273l/18404225._SY75_.jpg|26038085] was here in Prodigal Son, and all the better because this series holds a special place in my heart.
Thoughts before reading:
Spoiler
I wasn't sure if this book would be a thing but man I'm glad that it will be because I am hella excited for it!!
Update 04/08: just read the excerpt included at the back of The List (up to end of chapter 9!) and it makes me that much more excited for the book, can I have the full thing now ahh!
cyireadbooks's review against another edition
3.0
He’s rich, he’s badass, and now he’s also a hard target of Brenden Molleken, a sinister biomimeticist. Evan Smoak, formerly known as The Nowhere Man – an assassin for hire, is asked to save a down-on-his-luck man, Andre Duran. What appears to be an innocuous mission turns into a deadly game of cat and mouse teaming with black ops intrigue.
Masterfully written, Prodigal Son combines the elements of science fiction, and military combat action into a thrilling novel. The characters are just enough not to overwhelm the reader. With each character having a unique feature or signature characteristic.
Prodigal Son is the sixth novel in the Orphan X series. And while it probably could be read as a standalone novel, I felt that I missed out on some finer details that were probably introduced in the earlier books.
Overall, I enjoyed Prodigal Son. Rated it three stars. However, my rating would probably be higher if I read the earlier novels.
I received a digital ARC from Minotaur Books through NetGalley. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.
Masterfully written, Prodigal Son combines the elements of science fiction, and military combat action into a thrilling novel. The characters are just enough not to overwhelm the reader. With each character having a unique feature or signature characteristic.
Prodigal Son is the sixth novel in the Orphan X series. And while it probably could be read as a standalone novel, I felt that I missed out on some finer details that were probably introduced in the earlier books.
Overall, I enjoyed Prodigal Son. Rated it three stars. However, my rating would probably be higher if I read the earlier novels.
I received a digital ARC from Minotaur Books through NetGalley. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.
hecklyx's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
andrealynn524's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
littlemisselvis's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This one was absolutely cracking. Good to get into the backstory, without it being too detached from the current plot. Really like how Evan’s becoming more “human” and well rounded.
deedeedub's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
12grace4's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
kbranfield's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars.
Prodigal Son by Gregg Hurwitz is an adrenaline-filled, fast-paced mystery. Although this sixth addition to the Orphan X series can be read as a standalone, I HIGHLY recommend the previous novels.
Evan Smoak is officially retired from the Orphan Program and as the Nowhere Man. But after a request to protect Andrew Duran, he reluctantly agrees because the person asking him to help is his mother, Veronica. Evan leaves behind his complicated feelings about Veronica to protect Andrew after he witnesses a shocking murder. Andrew is a loose end that the ruthless killers do not intend to leave alive. Evan is in for a shock when he meets Andrew but he pushes aside any doubts to protect him. With the help of sixteen year old computer wiz Joey, Evan is relentless as he tries to understand who wants to kill Andrew.
After meeting Veronica, Evan cannot help but remember his time in the group home and how he ended up in the Orphan Program. He begins to understand himself and his relationships with neighbor Mia Hall and her nine year old son Peter better. No matter his personal tumult, Evan is laser focused on getting answers about the first murder, who is behind the killing and most importantly, what these people are trying to protect.
Returning to the scene of the murder, Evan finds his first lead but he also finds himself in a very dangerous situation. He manages to escape and he also has more information about what he is up against. Evan cleverly manages to get into high security complexes where he begins to put the stunning pieces of the puzzle together. Cutting edge technology is no match for Evan, Joey and arms supplier Tommy as they match wits with a mercenaries, a defense contractor and a brother/sister assassin team.
With plenty of heart-pounding action, Prodigal Son is an absolutely riveting mystery. Evan grows and evolves throughout the story as he faces his past. Joey is also maturing as she continues her education. In order to protect Andrew, Evan will do whatever it takes to unravel the mystery of the whom and why of the first murder. With jaw-dropping twists and cunning turns, Gregg Hurwitz brings the novel to an explosive conclusion. Readers will be anxiously awaiting the next installment of the Orphan X series.
Prodigal Son by Gregg Hurwitz is an adrenaline-filled, fast-paced mystery. Although this sixth addition to the Orphan X series can be read as a standalone, I HIGHLY recommend the previous novels.
Evan Smoak is officially retired from the Orphan Program and as the Nowhere Man. But after a request to protect Andrew Duran, he reluctantly agrees because the person asking him to help is his mother, Veronica. Evan leaves behind his complicated feelings about Veronica to protect Andrew after he witnesses a shocking murder. Andrew is a loose end that the ruthless killers do not intend to leave alive. Evan is in for a shock when he meets Andrew but he pushes aside any doubts to protect him. With the help of sixteen year old computer wiz Joey, Evan is relentless as he tries to understand who wants to kill Andrew.
After meeting Veronica, Evan cannot help but remember his time in the group home and how he ended up in the Orphan Program. He begins to understand himself and his relationships with neighbor Mia Hall and her nine year old son Peter better. No matter his personal tumult, Evan is laser focused on getting answers about the first murder, who is behind the killing and most importantly, what these people are trying to protect.
Returning to the scene of the murder, Evan finds his first lead but he also finds himself in a very dangerous situation. He manages to escape and he also has more information about what he is up against. Evan cleverly manages to get into high security complexes where he begins to put the stunning pieces of the puzzle together. Cutting edge technology is no match for Evan, Joey and arms supplier Tommy as they match wits with a mercenaries, a defense contractor and a brother/sister assassin team.
With plenty of heart-pounding action, Prodigal Son is an absolutely riveting mystery. Evan grows and evolves throughout the story as he faces his past. Joey is also maturing as she continues her education. In order to protect Andrew, Evan will do whatever it takes to unravel the mystery of the whom and why of the first murder. With jaw-dropping twists and cunning turns, Gregg Hurwitz brings the novel to an explosive conclusion. Readers will be anxiously awaiting the next installment of the Orphan X series.