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The Death Cure

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011

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James Dashner

The Death Cure

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Future Dystopia

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Death Cure by James Dashner, Thomas is held captive by WICKED, learns he is immune to the Flare, and decides to escape with friends after rejecting WICKED's offer to restore their memories. They travel to Denver, collaborate with the Right Arm to take down WICKED, and rescue hundreds of immunes from an explosive compound. The novel includes violence, traumatic experimentation, and death.

Suspenseful

Dark

Emotional

Mysterious

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.1

495,200 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

James Dashner's The Death Cure delivers a thrilling conclusion to the Maze Runner series with fast-paced action and deeper character developments. However, it has garnered mixed reactions due to an uneven plot and a sometimes confusing narrative. Fans of the series will appreciate the resolution, but some may feel it lacks the emotional depth expected.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Death Cure?

Readers who enjoy fast-paced dystopian adventures like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins and Divergent by Veronica Roth will be captivated by The Death Cure by James Dashner. Fans of teen protagonists facing ethical dilemmas and intense survival scenarios will find this book particularly engaging.

4.1

495,200 ratings

64%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Character List

Thomas

A central character who struggles with anger and trust issues, evolving throughout the story as he navigates complex relationships and difficult choices.

A determined and fierce character who emerges as a leader, playing a crucial role in driving the story forward and influencing group dynamics.

A character dealing with personal challenges, whose actions significantly impact the story and those around him as he grapples with his identity.

A resourceful and influential character whose actions help guide the story, breaking through barriers and driving key plot developments.

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Future Dystopia

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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