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(What would I change about the novel?)

If I were to change anything about the novel it would be the very ending. Throughout this story, Hazel Grace (the main character) speaks very highly about the book she loves to read; An Imperial Affliction. This novel that resonates throughout the entire book was very important as it is one of the foundations of Hazel and Augustus’  relationship because it is what they bonded together with, but it also led them to their trip to Amsterdam which was the climax of the story. Hazel describes how within An Imperial Affliction, the main character dies at the end of the book, and therefore the book ends in the middle of a sentence because she died in the middle of speaking or was “too sick to continue”. Because this book was so foundational to this novel and the relationships within it, I was anticipating that The Fault in Our Stars would also end in the middle of a sentence, as if to really solidify the tie between the two books.

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(Describe the Main Character with Five Adjectives)

Selfless: Throughout the novel Hazel often displays many selfless acts, and puts others needs before her own. Readers can notice this as she cares for Augustus even when she is sick and scared.

Realistic: Hazel realizes that her time is limited because of her cancer, and she understands and acknowledges that she may never do anything heroic or be known by the whole world. However she always stays centered and realizes that being loved by one person is enough for her.

Funny: Although often her attitude can come off as sarcastic or cynical, she is able to maintain a sense of humor and ability to laugh even in the hardest times. Augustus says at one point “she is funny without ever being mean”.

Humble: Hazel isn’t naïve to the fact that she has many limitations, but as she displays throughout the whole book, she doesn’t ask for special treatment and doesn’t ever see herself as needing more help or attention in comparison to Augustus.

Strong; Noticed repeatedly throughout the novel, Hazels proves herself to be very strong despite her limitations. This is shown especially when in the Anne Frank House, and throughout their entire trip.

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By: John Green

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(1-5 Star Review)

I would give this novel a 5 star review. John Green did a brilliant job with character development and also with both storyline and flow. I found this novel to be a great read for all ages and really captures not only what it's like to be in love, but also the hardships that come with it, especially when battling a sickness. John Green also masterfully wrote dialogue, as the conversations were so raw while reading you almost fell apart of them. I would recommend this to anyone I know who has yet to read it.

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(An Important Passage)

“Grief does not change you Hazel, it reveals you”

This passage is very significant because grief is a common theme throughout the novel. They are battling with grief even before death happens. They also are grieving a normal life because both Hazel and Augustus have many limitations and struggles. And when the book begins to conclude, grief does appear in death and as her mother consoles her she is able to help her understand by explaining this idea that through her grief she will be able to learn more about herself. And through this it will also reveal how much she loved Augustus and how important he was.

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Box 10:

(A Decision a Character Made that You Disagree With)

I struggled to find anything I would change but if I had to choose a decision that I would disagree with, it would be Hazel’s choice to not express herself at the funeral towards the end of the book. When she had practiced her speech she had a beautiful eulogy prepared that expressed how much she loved Gus. However when she arrived at the funeral she didn't give that speech, and I think that would have been a positive thing for both the parent and the whole family to hear.

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(What personal connection can you make to the novel?)

A personal connection I made to this novel was the character Augustus. Throughout the novel he reminded me a lot of my brother. Augustus is very selfless and is always thinking of Hazel and putting her first. He displays this when she is in the Hospital, he sits in the waiting room and goes to see her and support her once she is home all the while knowing that he is going to die. And he continues to not tell her throughout their trip as well to make sure she enjoyed herself as much as possible. This reminds me of my brother because he is always there for my sisters and I, and is very thoughtful towards us. He often makes sure we are doing okay before thinking of himself, and is always checking in to make sure we’re okay

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(What part of the novel would teens most relate to?)

Teens would most relate to the romance in this book. Hazel and Gus’s relationship although has some differences to normal life because of their illnesses, is quite similar to many relationships at this age. This novel deals with the idea of “young love”, Hazel and Gus despite their illnesses can love each other without bounds or restrictions. John Green was able to describe their first interactions very realistically, through their flirtations to witty banter. I think a lot of Gus and Hazel’s dialogue is also very realistic to real teenage conversations, along with their struggles as well.

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(List 3 novels someone would like if they enjoyed this book)

1. Die Young with Me by Rob Rufus: This would be another good book to read if you enjoyed The Fault in Our Stars. It is about a high school boy who is a musician, and finds out he has cancer. I loved this book so much because it was a true story and is a memoir that really gave the reader an in depth idea and understanding of what it’s like to battle cancer as a student.

2. My Sister's Keeper by Jodie Picoult: This is a novel about a teenage girl who is battling leukemia. However the perspective is different because the book is narrated by the sister instead of the ill sister. When Kate got diagnosed with cancer, she needed a perfect match for organ donation along with cord blood, so her parents decided to have another baby that could provide her all of those things. This new baby's name was Anna, and the novel follows Anna's story, going through life being “spare parts” for her sister. However, once she turns 13 she does not want to continue immense surgeries for her sister.

3. Me and Earl and The Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews: This is another story about a young girl struggling with cancer. But it also isn’t narrated by her but instead her friend Gregg who begins senior year at the beginning of the novel, but his mom soon forces him to become friends with a new girl. She is Rachel who is battling cancer, and the novel follows their relationship and how they support each other.

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Die Young with Me

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Me and Earl and the Dying Girl

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My Sisters Keeper