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The Game of Lives

The Mortality Doctrine #3 / 3
by James Dashner
The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine #3) by James Dashner
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From James Dashner, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series, comes The Game of Lives, the final book in the Mortality Doctrine series, an edge-of-your-seat cyber-adventure trilogy that includes The Eye of Minds and The Rule of Thoughts.

Michael used to live to game, but the games he was playing have become all too real. Only weeks ago, sinking into the Sleep was fun. The VirtNet combined the most cutting-edge technology and the most sophisticated gaming for a full mind-body experience. And it was Michael’s passion. But now every time Michael sinks, he risks his life.

The games are over. The VirtNet has become a world of deadly consequences, and Kaine grows stronger by the day. The Mortality Doctrine — Kaine’s master plan — has nearly been realized, and little by little the line separating the virtual from the real is blurring. If Kaine succeeds, it will mean worldwide cyber domination. And it looks like Michael and his friends are the only ones who can put the monster back in the box — if Michael can figure out who his friends really are.

And look for The Maze Runner movie and its sequel, Maze Runner:The Scorch Trials, from Twentieth Century Fox!

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Release date: November 12, 2015

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James Dashner

James Dashner

James Dashner is the kind of author who thrives on the edge of uncertainty, crafting stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Best known for The Maze Runner series, Dashner’s work explores high-stakes survival in dystopian worlds, where nothing is as it seems and every twist challenges both his characters and his audience. His ability to weave complex plots with relentless action has made him a key figure in the young adult dystopian genre.

Born and raised in the Rocky Mountains of Georgia, Dashner’s early love of adventure and puzzles began to influence his writing style. With a deep affinity for stories that push boundaries and explore the human spirit in the face of impossible odds, his works ask: What would you do when the world around you turns against you?

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The Maze Runner series, with its tense atmosphere, memorable characters, and mind-bending puzzles, has captured the imaginations of millions worldwide. The trilogy’s exploration of memory loss, friendship, survival, and the unknown has earned Dashner widespread acclaim, as well as a dedicated fanbase. And it’s not just the books that have made an impact—The Maze Runner was adapted into a successful film series, further cementing Dashner's status in popular culture.

But Dashner's storytelling doesn’t stop at dystopia. His other works, such as The Mortality Doctrine series, explore similar themes of technology, consciousness, and human interaction, adding new layers to his ever-expanding universe. His writing is grounded in suspense, filled with unpredictable twists, and often challenges readers to question the nature of reality itself.

With a background in business and a love of puzzles and riddles, Dashner’s approach to writing is methodical yet unpredictable—creating intricate, fast-paced worlds that challenge both his characters and readers to think critically. It’s his ability to mix the thrill of adventure with the tension of psychological conflict that makes his stories resonate with fans long after the last page is turned.

Dashner once said, "I want to take readers on a ride, make them feel as if they are on the edge of their seats, unable to escape until the very last word." In doing so, he’s created worlds that not only captivate the mind but also explore the heart—examining survival, identity, and what it means to be human in an ever-changing world.

From the labyrinths of the Maze Runner to the complex simulations of The Mortality Doctrine, Dashner's books continue to challenge, thrill, and inspire.

Photo: Gage Skidmore / CC BY-SA 2.0

The Mortality Doctrine

The Mortality Doctrine consists of three primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

The Eye of Minds (The Mortality Doctrine #1)
★ 8.00 / 1
The Rule of Thoughts (The Mortality Doctrine #2)
Unrated
The Game of Lives (The Mortality Doctrine #3)
Unrated
Gunner Skale (The Mortality Doctrine)
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