The Fault in Our Stars

Title: The Fault in Our Stars

Author: John Green

Genre: Contemporary

Published: January 2012

Medium Read In: Hardcover

Pages: 318

Rating: 5

Why I Read It: I wanted to read it before the movie came out, (which I did) and to see what all the hype was about.

Summary: Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.

Review: A total tearjerker and a book that gives you all the feels. I loved this book completely and could not put it down. Hazel and Augustus's story was moving, completely pulling you in without even trying. Never have I laughed and cried so much over a book until I read this. Beautifully written, John Green is a master of contemporary novels, (considering that this is my first John Green novel). Hazel is a wonderful narrator and the fact that she never intended to fall in love makes this a sweet, yet sad story. The eulogies that both Hazel and Augustus writes for each other are enough to make you cry and understand that love can happen at any time, under any circumstance. I would love to read more John Green novels to see if I'll love them the way I love this book.

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