Out of the Dark

Former government assassin Evan Smoak faces his most dangerous mission yet when he sets his sights on the President of the United States. Once known as Orphan X in a clandestine program that created elite killers, Evan now operates as the Nowhere Man, helping desperate people who have nowhere else to turn. But when his mentor is murdered as part of a systematic elimination of all remaining Orphans, Evan emerges from the shadows to pursue the ultimate target: the heavily protected leader who authorized the deadly cleanup operation. The hunter becomes the hunted, however, when the President deploys Orphan A, the program's first and most lethal recruit, to eliminate Evan before he can strike.

Scott Brick delivers a masterful performance that captures both Evan's tactical precision and underlying humanity. His measured cadence mirrors the protagonist's methodical approach to impossible missions, while his ability to shift between cold professionalism and moments of vulnerability adds depth to the character. Brick's distinctive voice work differentiates the extensive cast of operatives, politicians, and civilians, creating a fully realized audio landscape. The story's intricate action sequences and psychological tension translate exceptionally well to audio format, with Brick's pacing heightening the suspense during both explosive confrontations and quiet moments of strategic planning.