• 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 (11,232 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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Weak. Not as good as book 1

I had to struggle to get thru this book. I wanted to end nicely wrapped up to avoid getting the 3rd book. But that did not happen

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Great book, great series!

Would you listen to The Scorch Trials again? Why?

Yes. Great book. Lots of stuff going on.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Scorch Trials?

When Thomas runs through the maze door to stay the night.

Have you listened to any of Mark Deakins’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

A freakish experiment to save the world.

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Get to the pont

The first book was interesting. This book left me questions the series. I will listen to the beginning of the third book and will decide from there...

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Sure is hot outside

What did you love best about The Scorch Trials?

Love is a strong word especially for "things". I enjoyed the whole book for the endless maze of puzzles.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Scorch Trials?

The Betrayal.

Which scene was your favorite?

Nothing stands above the other scenes.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Round 2

Any additional comments?

Hope everything cleans up well in Book 3.

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very enjoyable

The plot was a little predictable and it was frustrating that Thomas seemed so gullible but otherwise I liked the book a lot!

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Great continuation

Great story, definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. It was a great continuation and I look forward to the next book.

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very good

enjoyed the book very much. ready for the next one. each book leads you right into the next one.

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great experience

loved it and can sit for hours on end to listen to this story. I'm happy I found audible!

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superb book

one of the best books I have ever read. definitely top 8. definitely five stars. absolutely amazing

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The Best

This book is better than the first one! The way it ended was, AWESOME! I could read this book over and over again!!!

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