The book was about to two young teenagers with cancer, Hazel and Augustus, trying to live out their romance (and life) before time and death inevitably rips them apart. It is written from Hazel’s point of view, and we follow her mental journey from a cynical and depressed girl defined by her disease to someone trying to take her life back from cancer, mostly due to Augustus’s influence.
I would recommend this book, as it brings up some unconventional points about life/death, however, it comes across as a bit pretentious during certain points. Especially with the characterization of Hazel and Gus: they both seem so horribly pompous. It almost seemed as if John Green tried his best to make them seem as unique and “not like the others” as possible, but in turn sacrificed relatability and emotional connection. Personally, I did not enjoy the book or feel attached to the characters but I am confident that those who are romantics/idealists would be very interested in this creative approach to the “star-crossed lovers” trope.
By Anonymous
