• The Scorch Trials

  • Maze Runner, Book 2
  • By: James Dashner
  • Narrated by: Mark Deakins
  • Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (11,240 ratings)

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The Scorch Trials

By: James Dashner
Narrated by: Mark Deakins
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Publisher's summary

Book two in the blockbuster Maze Runner series that spawned a movie franchise and ushered in a worldwide phenomenon! And don't miss The Fever Code, the highly-anticipated series conclusion that finally reveals the story of how the maze was built!

Thomas was sure that escape from the Maze would mean freedom for him and the Gladers. But WICKED isn't done yet. Phase Two has just begun. The Scorch.
The Gladers have two weeks to cross through the Scorch—the most burned-out section of the world. And WICKED has made sure to adjust the variables and stack the odds against them.
There are others now. Their survival depends on the Gladers' destruction—and they're determined to survive.
Friendships will be tested. Loyalties will be broken. All bets are off.

The Maze Runner and Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials are now major motion pictures featuring the star of MTV's Teen Wolf, Dylan O'Brien; Kaya Scodelario; Aml Ameen; Will Poulter; and Thomas Brodie-Sangster. The third movie, Maze Runner: The Death Cure, will hit screens in 2018.

Also look for James Dashner's edge-of-your-seat MORTALITY DOCTRINE series!

Praise for the Maze Runner series:
A #1 New York Times Bestselling Series
A USA Today Bestseller
A Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Book of the Year
An ALA-YASLA Best Fiction for Young Adults Book
An ALA-YALSA Quick Pick

"[A] mysterious survival saga that passionate fans describe as a fusion of Lord of the Flies, The Hunger Games, and Lost." (EW)

"Wonderful action writing—fast-paced…but smart and well observed." (Newsday)

"[A] nail-biting must-read." (Seventeen)

"Breathless, cinematic action." (Publishers Weekly)

"Heart pounding to the very last moment." (Kirkus Reviews)

"Exclamation-worthy." (Romantic Times)

"James Dashner's illuminating prequel [The Kill Order] will thrill fans of this Maze Runner [series] and prove just as exciting for readers new to the series." (Shelf Awareness, Starred)

"Take a deep breath before you start any James Dashner book." (Deseret News)

©2010 James Dashner (P)2010 Listening Library

Critic reviews

"The Gladers meet new friends and enemies on their quest, and Deakins shows his skill by providing each of the speakers with a distinctive accent. Listeners will be eagerly awaiting the conclusion to this trilogy." ( AudioFile)

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Good story

A good and interesting continuation of the saga. I’m just afraid it will get a bit repetitive… we’ll see

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great book way better than the movies alot more imagery to work with just fun af ngl definitely one of the books and the audio itself so good just every store along with emotion is great. Such great inflections and changes.

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Great book

Let me wanting more! I’m buying the next one right now! Oh my the twists in the story line!

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excellent book

had me on the edge all the time. can't wait to listen to the next one

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Scorching good listen... but...

Definitely better than the first. love the twists...although I felt like it turned Hunger Games almost when Group B got involved, like a twisted version of "Capture the Flag" when they got to the Safe Haven. Considering I saw the movie before I read the book, I must say that I can see why they changed certain things. Will be interesting to see what the next one brings.
As far as shipping goes, definitely Brenda and Thomas. Not a huge fan of Teresa- no matter how she tried she really could not justify her behavior.
LOVED Jorge- kind of wish he was more crazy in the movie. Definitely recommend this series. The one thing I am a little iffy on is the narrator himself: he did a good job, but when it came to doing the girl voices I he was 'eh'. Otherwise, amazing.

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Magical results

While this story is entertaining and I do like the personal interactions between the characters, I feel that the need to have all the details of each trial explained a bit of magical results. The plot is unclear until a full explanation occurs. It is kind of like telling a joke and then having to explain the joke because no one but the author gets the outcome of the flow of where the story will lead. I thought the first book worked better because of this.

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way different from the movie...

IMO the movie was better than the book in terms of story. enough of the skeleton is there tho for you to see where the writer got it from.

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Great listen with the kids

I have a nine year old boy and a 12 year old girl and we've listened to the last two books back to back driving to and from sports and school. My kids love the story. They ask to put on Mazerunner as soon as they get in the car. I don't usually buy extra credits but when we finished "The Scorch Trials" I bought more credits. I admit that it's better than a lot of books that I listen to by myself.

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It is a quality book

I liked how it ended in suspense. When they were roaming in the desert it was ok. I love how teresa betrayed Thomas. Over all it was a quality book.

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AMAZING! COULDN'T STOP LISTENING!

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Every part of this book is a memorable moment! It was sooooooo captivating throughout the whole story line. Literally on the edge of my seat the whole time!

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This is a definite MUST read! Maze Runner was a great book, but this book is just WOWZER! Such an amazing and interesting story that will keep you wanting more and more!

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