The Maze Runner: Review

Hey guys!

Today i'm going to review the "Maze Runner" by James Dashner. There has been a lot of mixed reviews on this series as the style of writing is quite unique and sometimes hard to get into, but I for one LOVED these books so much! The plotline was gripping the whole way through,  and the story always felt like it was going somewhere. I really enjoyed all 3 books (as well as the prequel novel "The Death Cure") but I do happen to have a favourite, which was The Scorch Trials. I thought this one had the most interesting and enjoyable concept, it was so fast paced and super action packed.

*SPOLIERS*

Backround:

The background of the book itself is set in a dystopian future where the world has been almost completely destroyed by powerful sun rays. On top of that, a lethal virus named the "Flare" has accidentally escaped into society and has a complete wipeout effect: there is no none cure and the consequences of the virus are unexplainably painful, both mentally and physically. In response to these events, A large group of scientists which are named "WICKED" (World In Catastrophe, Killzone Experiment Department) are set up. Their main aim is to find a cure for the virus, by experimenting on teenagers/young people who happen to be immune to the Flare, before the virus wipes out the whole population. 

The books follow a group of the WICKED test subjects.

My Thoughts:

The first book, The Maze Runner, is probably the slowest out of the whole series, which I can understand. The first book in a series has to be set up and explained that little bit more, so you can understand where the rest of the books are heading. You are introduced to the Maze, which is one of the experiments, where about 50 or so boys or (or "Gladers" as they have called themselves) have been placed by WICKED. They have all had their memories wiped, and basically have to find a way out of the maze. 

I really enjoyed this book, just because of the mind blowing concept. 

I loved the characters as well, my favourite being Newt. I felt he had one of the strongest personalities in the beginning, and through the books you can really see how it shines (and deteriorates). I also love Minho, and Thomas. In fact all the characters were all so well developed, even when the Gladers do not have any memories. I loved the way that the Gladers had made such a tight community in such an awful situation, and all had different roles which they had set up. I really enjoyed the scenes with the Grievers, some of them being the best in the book. And right when I least expected it, a girl shows up! I loved the introduction of Teresa into the Glade, I was a bit wary at the beginning as there seemed to be no girls around, but when Teresa did come up in the elevator, I wasn't expecting it, and it was a great, clever plot twist. 

Overall, this series is kick ass and awesome. It made me laugh, cry, and throw it against the wall. It is very fast paced and I would recommend it to anyone, as it is an easy read. 

Comment below your thoughts on this series, and what you have read recently, I would love to know your opinions! 

-L