booksmoving's review against another edition
4.0
A thriller for sure! No way to know whats coming next.
cpenny124's review against another edition
4.0
I didn't write a review for this at first, because the last fifty pages had me WEAK. Why you gonna do that to me James? Make my cold little heart feel things and then take it away. GOD.
The atmosphere for this book was great, I could really imagine the area and the people, but for some reason (after discussing it with other people that have read the book), we couldn't really determine what the Grievers in the book looked like. It wasn't described really well, so it was hard to imagine what they looked like moving towards Thomas, and it distracted me a little when I was supposed to be spooked, I was just wondering what on earth the attacker looked like. That would really be my only complaint though, the characters are described surprisingly well.
This book took me awhile to read, it has probably taken some time off my life from the action scenes, but it was a surprising and mysterious read, that was defiantly worth my time.
The atmosphere for this book was great, I could really imagine the area and the people, but for some reason (after discussing it with other people that have read the book), we couldn't really determine what the Grievers in the book looked like. It wasn't described really well, so it was hard to imagine what they looked like moving towards Thomas, and it distracted me a little when I was supposed to be spooked, I was just wondering what on earth the attacker looked like. That would really be my only complaint though, the characters are described surprisingly well.
This book took me awhile to read, it has probably taken some time off my life from the action scenes, but it was a surprising and mysterious read, that was defiantly worth my time.
fictionalkate's review
3.0
Thomas doesn’t remember life before arriving in the Glade. Neither do any of the other boys living there. All they know is the Glade and the Maze. Surrounding their little village of sorts is a mammoth labyrinth full of terrible and dangerous creatures. Only the Maze Runners are permitted in the maze and as soon as Thomas learns of their existence, he wants to be one. With the Maze changing day to day, it seems impossible to find a way out. But life in the Glade isn’t as safe as it first seems and the arrival of a girl sends the society into turmoil.
This book starts off with the reader being just as confused as Thomas is. As he learns about the Glade and just how life works there, we get to see more of what is going on. It’s an interesting way to start the book and whilst it does heighten the sense of confusion and mystery, it made it hard to connect with the characters and the story. It wasn’t until the action started to ramp up that I found myself pulled into the story. And when that happened – I was hooked until the very end. This is the kind of book to keep you up all night reading because you just HAVE to know what happens next!
Thomas is a great character to follow as we learn about the Maze and just how it impacts on the boys of the Glade. He’s interesting and copes with arriving in the Glade so much better than anyone could expect. His curiosity about the doors and what lives behind them is infectious. But one of the nicest things about him is despite his intelligence, bravery and quick thinking – he is also vunerable. He was a little lacking in emotion in parts but overall he is a fairly realistic and likeable character.
One of the highlights of this book is the Gladers. They have their own sense of order and community and for a society composed entirely of teenage boys they manage to function incredibly well. The various jobs within their society were interesting to learn about but what I loved most was the characters. From Alby the leader to Newt, runner Minho and effervescent Chuck – these were people I enjoyed getting to know more about. They each have their own stories but at the same time they do a great job at supporting Thomas. The author has managed to put so much into the book! From the slang language the Gladers use to the flaws and also the fears of the boys living there. The pacing is great and easy to follow. I also liked the lack of romance. Many books get hung up on the romantic affairs between characters but this is a book without any of that. It’s action, adventure and friendship. If you are looking for a great YA dystopian without affairs of the heart – I recommend The Maze Runner.
As a life long fan of mazes and puzzles – the concept of the perhaps impossible to solve Maze intrigued me. I liked the idea and found myself more and more impressed with the Maze’s role in the novel and the lives of the Gladers. The plot is well thought out and interesting. You never quite know what to expect.
After a somewhat slow start, I loved the journey The Maze Runner took me on. There’s a lot of action and mystery throughout the book and I wasn’t expecting many of the plot twists and turns. After finishing the book there is no doubt in my mind that I will definitely be reading the next book in the Maze Runner series.
Thanks to Scholastic Australia for the review copy.
This book starts off with the reader being just as confused as Thomas is. As he learns about the Glade and just how life works there, we get to see more of what is going on. It’s an interesting way to start the book and whilst it does heighten the sense of confusion and mystery, it made it hard to connect with the characters and the story. It wasn’t until the action started to ramp up that I found myself pulled into the story. And when that happened – I was hooked until the very end. This is the kind of book to keep you up all night reading because you just HAVE to know what happens next!
Thomas is a great character to follow as we learn about the Maze and just how it impacts on the boys of the Glade. He’s interesting and copes with arriving in the Glade so much better than anyone could expect. His curiosity about the doors and what lives behind them is infectious. But one of the nicest things about him is despite his intelligence, bravery and quick thinking – he is also vunerable. He was a little lacking in emotion in parts but overall he is a fairly realistic and likeable character.
One of the highlights of this book is the Gladers. They have their own sense of order and community and for a society composed entirely of teenage boys they manage to function incredibly well. The various jobs within their society were interesting to learn about but what I loved most was the characters. From Alby the leader to Newt, runner Minho and effervescent Chuck – these were people I enjoyed getting to know more about. They each have their own stories but at the same time they do a great job at supporting Thomas. The author has managed to put so much into the book! From the slang language the Gladers use to the flaws and also the fears of the boys living there. The pacing is great and easy to follow. I also liked the lack of romance. Many books get hung up on the romantic affairs between characters but this is a book without any of that. It’s action, adventure and friendship. If you are looking for a great YA dystopian without affairs of the heart – I recommend The Maze Runner.
As a life long fan of mazes and puzzles – the concept of the perhaps impossible to solve Maze intrigued me. I liked the idea and found myself more and more impressed with the Maze’s role in the novel and the lives of the Gladers. The plot is well thought out and interesting. You never quite know what to expect.
After a somewhat slow start, I loved the journey The Maze Runner took me on. There’s a lot of action and mystery throughout the book and I wasn’t expecting many of the plot twists and turns. After finishing the book there is no doubt in my mind that I will definitely be reading the next book in the Maze Runner series.
Thanks to Scholastic Australia for the review copy.
jdo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
marineb09's review against another edition
3.0
I am naive.... I wanted to read this book because of the comments people made.
The truth is, before I started reading, I saw negative criticisms and therfore my reading was a little bit altered and so I did not enjoy reading it.
But I am not stupid enough to not have my own opinion after the last words.
I start enjoying reading the book around the page 200, and only there, because you have the same questions than Thomas and the rest of the gladers but as no one answer him no one answers you. And that made me crazy and tired of reading the Maze runner. It's only at the end that you start getting answer and that the action is palpable.
They said on the review that this book was the next Hunger Game or the next Divergent. they are wrong sorry I was not wow by this firt book.
But since I bought the trilogy I will keep reading the story so that I did not waste my money on nothing.
Now than lots of unknown has been discoverd maybe the storyline will be a little more alive.
Bye
A French girl....
The truth is, before I started reading, I saw negative criticisms and therfore my reading was a little bit altered and so I did not enjoy reading it.
But I am not stupid enough to not have my own opinion after the last words.
I start enjoying reading the book around the page 200, and only there, because you have the same questions than Thomas and the rest of the gladers but as no one answer him no one answers you. And that made me crazy and tired of reading the Maze runner. It's only at the end that you start getting answer and that the action is palpable.
They said on the review that this book was the next Hunger Game or the next Divergent. they are wrong sorry I was not wow by this firt book.
But since I bought the trilogy I will keep reading the story so that I did not waste my money on nothing.
Now than lots of unknown has been discoverd maybe the storyline will be a little more alive.
Bye
A French girl....
willgilmore_87's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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
k_baney's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
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? N/A
4.0
raskle321's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
justinecm's review against another edition
2.0
I liked this book but I'm not completely sure how I feel about it. I bought the second book but have put off reading it. This book had enough action in it but I didn't feel much for the characters plight.