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Book Review: The Death Cure (The Maze Runner #3) – James Dashner

Posted on September 8, 2014 | Leave a comment

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In this final book of The Maze Runner Trilogy, a lot of things have been revealed including the horrors of the Flare, the “Underworld /The Walking Dead” vibe is back and the fate of the characters we’ve come to love from the first book. Those who survived the scorch trials were given a choice to get their memory back (now that apparently all the tests have been completed) and discover the truth about themselves and the world as it is now. That includes Thomas who vehemently refused the offer. Eventually learning that he’s really got no choice in the matter, Thomas devices a plan to escape the WICKED facility and travel to the walled city where the virus was “rumored” to be contained. In the hopes of discovering the cure, Thomas and his remaining ally blended in the city which was eventually overrun by the infected ones. This led to a decision where Thomas has to sacrifice for a cure or sacrifice the lives of people he care about or the world entire that is.

With a conclusion as emotionally charged as this, I can’t help but cry after Thomas had to keep his promise with one of his ally. That was beyond heartbreaking and I think is one of the highlights of the book. The survivors of both mazes came full circle when they returned back to the maze (glade). That particular scene was so riveting that it’s almost depressing. I didn’t quite expect the ending to be like that but I find it pleasant and somehow almost too ideal. There was just too many loves loss and if they (WICKED) could actually create / isolate a safe haven to begin with, such casualties should’ve been avoided. I was thinking all throughout the ending, whatever happened to that bitch who keep sending those e-mails? Oh hell, this one’s a pretty good ending, is all I’m saying. One of the best series I’ve read in a while in this genre.

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

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Book Review: The Scorch Trials (The Maze Runner #2) – James Dashner

Posted on September 7, 2014 | Leave a comment

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After escaping from the maze, the test continues for the boys chosen by WICKED in the hopes of finding the “cure.” Thomas along with the rest of the Gladers who survived the escape has no choice but to survive yet another test. Transported in a desert-like hell, the boys had to endure the scorching heat of their new environment and meet another group – this time, they are group of girls who escaped from their own similar maze and were apparently also put to the test and were promised a cure upon completion. Lies, betrayal and some truth were also revealed to Thomas here as his search for Theresa became a catalyst for slowly discovering himself.

I find the whole premise of the book almost too predictable this time. From the accomplices and the betrayals and all, it all feels like playing RPG where the reader becomes the tactician and the outcome is almost resolute because you already have an idea about it.

I also thought that the narrative went too long when the goal was as simple as crossing the desert-like Nowhere Land. The controlled environment reminded me of the “arena” in The Hunger Games. Like seriously, If I were part of WICKED, I will never agree for those kids to undergo such trials because it kinda seem stupid to kill some of them just to see who actually has the survival skills and all regardless if they have the Flare or not.

The book is still a great teaser though for the trilogy’s final book and it actually got me a bit pumped up to know who actually have the cure in the end or if they’ll ever find one to begin with.

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

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Book Review: The Maze Runner (The Maze Runner #1) – James Dashner

Posted on September 6, 2014 | Leave a comment

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I’m one to admit that I’ve read some of the books because of my initial interest for its impending film adaptation. The Maze Runner is one of them. I’m not even aware of James Dashner prior since I’m not really into his genre. I’ve got to admit though, the book’s actually pretty cool!

“If you ain’t scared, you ain’t human.”

When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers–boys whose memories are also gone.

Outside the towering stone walls that surround the Glade is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out–and no one’s ever made it through alive.

Then a girl arrives. The first girl ever. And the message she delivers is terrifying. – via Goodreads

I loved the whole premise of the book. The maze was a thrill to imagine and each character are clearly unique from each other. I’m just so in love with Chuck’s character. He’s such a doll and some of his moments are just so very human – perhaps, the most emotional in the book. I also loved how the author keeps it subtle when it comes to revealing something from each character. It’s very hard to predict what’s coming up next.

What I didn’t like about it is the “Underworld” vibe I’ve got at the latter part of the book. The e-mailing thingy was like – seriously?

Overall, the cool factor wins over and there’s definitely more to look forward in this trilogy.

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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WICKED is Good. The Gladers of “The Maze Runner”

Posted on April 23, 2014 | Leave a comment

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You guys may have heard about the upcoming film adaptation of The Maze Runner – based on the novel of James Dashner. I actually just finished reading the book and I’m just thrilled about its coming movie adaptation. I already know that a film was coming up that is why I decided give the book a go and I got so engrossed and now – aside from the film, I’m also looking forward to read the rest of the trilogy.

Dylan O’Brien will be playing the lead role, Thomas

For starter, (atleast) for those of you who haven’t read the book or what the movie was about. The Maze Runner focused on Thomas, a young guy who find himself mysteriously delivered to a place they called Glade without remembering anything from his past aside from his name. It so happened that each week, a boy was sent out to this place surrounded by giant walls or if you go beyond those walls – they happen to be a set of confusing Maze. Here, the boys along with Thomas set to find an escape from the maze – an escape from the place that would either keep them safe or deliver them to their demise.

Here’s a very cool website from the “creator” of the maze – WICKED – which they made WCKD in the movie

Here are the actors playing the characters in the film 🙂 – what an amazing casting If I may say!