127 pages 4 hours read

James Dashner

The Maze Runner

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2009

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James Dashner's The Maze Runner captivates with a gripping narrative and imaginative world-building that keep readers on edge. The fast-paced action and mysterious setting draw intrigue, though some critics note thin character development and familiar dystopian tropes. Overall, it's a thrilling, if occasionally predictable, adventure.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Maze Runner?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced, dystopian adventures with a focus on survival and mystery will find The Maze Runner by James Dashner captivating. Fans of Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games and Veronica Roth's Divergent series will likely appreciate the intense, gripping narrative and the strong, resilient characters.

Recommended

Reading Age

12-18years

Lexile Level

HL770L

Book Details

Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos
Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Fantasy