📚 Books to Read After The Maze Runner
Just finished the maze runner? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Rating: 4.33 / 5 (6,225,327 ratings), Published: 2008
When to read it: When you need a thrilling escape from reality and crave a story of resilience and rebellion.
In a dystopian society where children fight to the death for entertainment, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her sister's place in the brutal Hunger Games. Like "The Maze Runner," this book delves into survival, friendship, and the fight against oppressive systems.
Genres: Young Adult, Dystopian, Action, Adventure
After reading: Readers will feel empowered by themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the strength of the human spirit.
📘 Divergent by Veronica Roth
Rating: 4.21 / 5 (2,800,906 ratings), Published: 2011
When to read it: When you're questioning societal norms and looking for a book that explores identity and courage.
Tris Prior must navigate a divided society where individuals are grouped by virtues and face unexpected challenges, much like the characters in "The Maze Runner." Roth's tale of self-discovery and rebellion will captivate and inspire.
Genres: Young Adult, Dystopian, Romance, Adventure
After reading: This book will leave you contemplating the power of choice, individuality, and the courage to challenge the status quo.
📘 Legend by Marie Lu
Rating: 4.19 / 5 (363,649 ratings), Published: 2011
When to read it: When you want a fast-paced, gripping story that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the clash between power and empathy.
June, a military prodigy, and Day, a wanted criminal, find themselves on opposing sides of a dystopian war, facing complex moral dilemmas similar to those in "The Maze Runner." Lu's vivid world-building and dynamic characters make this a compelling read.
Genres: Young Adult, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Thriller
After reading: You'll be left pondering the impacts of love, sacrifice, and the blurry lines between right and wrong in a society rife with injustice.
📘 The 5th Wave by Rick Yancey
Rating: 4.08 / 5 (358,654 ratings), Published: 2013
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a heart-pounding, apocalyptic tale that explores resilience, trust, and the endurance of the human spirit.
Following Cassie Sullivan's fight for survival in the wake of alien attacks, this novel, like "The Maze Runner," delves into themes of trust, loyalty, and the lengths one will go to protect loved ones in a world turned upside down.
Genres: Young Adult, Science Fiction, Apocalyptic, Thriller
After reading: Readers will be left contemplating themes of hope, unity, and the strength found in human connections, even in the darkest of times.
📘 The Giver by Lois Lowry
Rating: 4.13 / 5 (1,651,329 ratings), Published: 1993
When to read it: When you crave a thought-provoking, introspective journey that challenges your perspective on societal norms and individual freedom.
In a seemingly utopian society where emotions and memories are suppressed, Jonas is chosen to bear the burden of truth and memories, much like the characters in "The Maze Runner" uncover hidden realities. Lowry's exploration of conformity, truth, and the power of memory will resonate deeply.
Genres: Young Adult, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Philosophy
After reading: This book will leave you reflecting on the value of individuality, the importance of human experiences, and the true essence of freedom in a controlled world.