"The Scorch Trials" is the second book in the Maze Runner series by James Dashner. It follows Thomas and his friends after they escape the Glade and enter a desolate, sun-scorched world filled with dangers. They must navigate through a harsh landscape while facing threats from both the environment and the mysterious organization known as WCKD. As they journey through the Scorch, the group encounters other survivors and learns more about the devastating effects of a virus called the Flare. The story explores themes of survival, friendship, and the moral dilemmas faced in a world where trust is scarce and danger lurks around every corner.