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The Fault in Our Stars
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Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
Indianapolis, Indiana • Contemporary
2012
YA
13-18 years
850L
Super Short Summary
In The Fault in Our Stars, Hazel Lancaster, living with thyroid cancer, meets Augustus Waters, who is in remission after losing a leg to bone cancer, in a support group. They fall in love and travel to Amsterdam to meet Hazel’s favorite author, only to be disappointed. Their love story unfolds against the backdrop of their illnesses, leading to deep emotional challenges. The book includes detailed experiences surrounding terminal illness and bereavement.
Emotional
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Romantic
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
5,465,486 ratings
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Review Roundup
John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars is widely praised for its compelling characters and emotional depth, poignantly capturing the challenges of young love amidst illness. Positive reviews highlight its wit and heartfelt storytelling. However, some critics find it occasionally manipulative in its pursuit of tears. Overall, it remains a resonant and impactful read.
Who Should Read The Fault in Our Stars?
A reader who would enjoy The Fault in Our Stars by John Green appreciates poignant, character-driven narratives exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience. Fans of Nicola Yoon’s Everything, Everything and Gayle Forman’s If I Stay would find this emotionally resonant young adult novel engaging, due to its raw, heartfelt storytelling and reflective tone.
5,465,486 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Augustus Waters
Augustus Waters
A 17-year-old former basketball player who lost his leg to bone cancer, known for his optimistic and adventurous demeanor, as well as his desire to make a significant impact on the world.
Peter Van Houten
Peter Van Houten
The author of Hazel's favorite book, known for being an abrasive and cynical man, living in Amsterdam and struggling with the loss of his daughter and the end of his marriage.
Isaac
Isaac
Augustus’s best friend who suffers from cancer of the eyes, leading to his blindness; he copes with his condition using sarcasm and video games.
352
Novel • Fiction
Indianapolis, Indiana • Contemporary
2012
YA
13-18 years
850L
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