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Heroine archetypes
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Synopsis
Before WICKED was formed, before the Glade was built, before Thomas entered the Maze, sun flares hit the earth, killing most of the population. Mark and Trina were there when it happened. They survived. But now a virus is spreading. A virus that fills humans with murderous rage. They’re convinced that there’s a way to save those who are left—if they can stay alive. Because in this new, devastated world, every life has a price. And to some you’re worth more dead than alive.
Is The Kill Order appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This prequel to the Maze Runner series features intense apocalyptic violence including people infected with a rage virus committing murders. The survival scenario is bleak with widespread death and desperate circumstances.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, mass death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Fans of the Maze Runner will discover how the deadly virus started and follow two survivors fighting to stay alive in a devastated world.