The Maze Runner Reading Order

All 3 books in the The Maze Runner series by James Dashner, in the correct order.

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A teenager wakes in a mysterious glade surrounded by an ever-changing maze, with no memory of who he is.

Reading Order (Publication)

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#1 The Maze Runner (2009)
#2 The Scorch Trials (2010)
#3 The Death Cure (2011)

Which order should you read?

Read in publication order. The Kill Order (2012) and The Fever Code (2016) are prequels best read after the main trilogy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correct reading order for the The Maze Runner series?

Read the The Maze Runner series by James Dashner in publication order, starting with The Maze Runner (2009) and ending with The Death Cure (2011). Read in publication order. The Kill Order (2012) and The Fever Code (2016) are prequels best read after the main trilogy.

How many books are in the The Maze Runner series?

There are 3 books in the The Maze Runner series. The series is currently complete.