The Maze Runner by James Dashner

The Maze Runner

The Maze Runner #1

James Dashner

371 pages first pub 2009 (editions)

fiction dystopian science fiction young adult adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced

Description

When the doors of the lift crank open, the only thing Thomas can remember is his first name. But he's not alone. He's surrounded by boys who welcome him to the Glade, an encampment at the centre of a bizarre and terrible maze.Like Thomas, the Glad...

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Moods

adventurous 95%
mysterious 62%
tense 60%
dark 35%
emotional 31%
challenging 22%
funny 15%
sad 15%
hopeful 11%
inspiring 5%
lighthearted 3%
reflective 3%

Pace

medium 52%
fast 42%
slow 5%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Plot: 43% | Character: 8%

Strong character development?

Yes: 54% | No: 23% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 72% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 64% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 46% | It's complicated: 26% | Yes: 23% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

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