The Maze Runner by James Dashner

The Maze Runner by James Dashner is a very complex, puzzle-like book. The main character, Thomas wakes up in this bizarre place called the Glade, and he remembers absolutely nothing. All he knows is his name, but he's not alone, he's welcomed by several other boys who live out their days in the Glade. None of them know why they are where they are, or how. This book reminds me vaguely of  Lord of the Flies by William Golding; setting-wise and character-wise.

One reason this novel reminds me of Lord of the Flies is because they are both based in an unknown location. And the setting really affects the characters greatly for both books. Everyone needed to get themselves together and stay civil, while still trying to find a way out of the place they were in. The boys from the Glade [in The Maze Runner] and the boys from the island [in Lord of the Flies] both govern themselves and quickly get busy on the task at hand; escaping the place that they're in.

Another reason these two books are alike is because some of the characters share the same traits. One example is Ralph from Lord of the Flies, who acts most like a leader and is very determined in maintaining order. Which obviously reminds me of Newt from The Maze Runner, who says the same exact things as well. Also, another example is Jack [LOTF], who was always challenging Ralph and his power. He reminds me of Gally [TMR], who is always causing trouble, because he believes he knows best. 

As you can see, in many ways, The Maze Runner and Lord of the Flies are very similar.