If you ain’t scared, you ain’t human.
James Dashner – The Maze Runner
Embracing Fear
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“The Maze Runner” by James Dashner is a dystopian science fiction novel that follows the story of Thomas, a teenage boy who wakes up in a mysterious place known as the Glade, with no memory of his past except for his name. The Glade is surrounded by a massive and ever-changing maze inhabited by deadly creatures called Grievers. Thomas discovers that he and the other boys in the Glade are part of an experiment conducted by a group called WICKED, who are studying their reactions to the maze. As Thomas becomes more involved in the Glade’s society, he becomes determined to solve the maze and uncover the secrets of their captivity. The novel explores themes of survival, friendship, and the consequences of human experimentation in a thrilling and suspenseful narrative.