The Emotional Storyline of The Fault in Our Stars

The Fault In Our Stars

By John Green

This week I read The Fault in Our Stars by John Green. This book follows the story of Hazel and Augustus, who are both cancer patients that attend a cancer support group. While initially Hazel, is confused by Augustus’s personality they grow to fall in love and embark on many adventures together. They share so many of the same interests, specifically books, which is one of the main subjects of the storyline. Their love of books and specifically of one author leads them on a trip that will be eye-opening and important in both of their lives. Throughout the story, they share their hopes and fears with one another. The author does a fantastic job of drawing the reader, in a way that makes them feel for the characters. You become attached to their own personal struggles, which I think is always exciting when a book can draw you into the world of the characters so much. 

The Fault in Our Stars is a good book if you are looking for a deep and more emotional novel. It allows you to see Hazel, Augustus and the rest of the character’s thoughts, feelings, points of view in a way that you can relate to even if you are not going through the same struggles as they are. The Fault in Our Stars is an eye-opening book that I believe should be read by everyone. This book teaches a great lesson about strength. The two main characters have cancer, which is something that they have to deal with every day of their lives. While most of us have never had to deal with something like that, this book allows you to better understand the mindset of a teenager who feels different from everyone else. Augustus is very ill, but that doesn’t stop him from wanting the best for Hazel and his family. He pushes himself to make others happy before himself, which is a great message that this book gives.

I love how supportive the parents of Hazel are. In the book, Hazel mentions several times how her mom is always hovering near her, just in case something happens. When Hazel is in her room and calls for water or help with something, her mom is there in less than 2 seconds. It shows the importance of knowing that someone is always there for you. The mom is willing to do so much for Hazel because she knows that it might be the last chance that Hazel has at experiencing the world. It's impressive how much the mother is willing to take away from her own life and needs and sacrifice so much, just so that Hazel can be happy. I think that this book really highlighted a parent’s role in the struggle of childhood cancer, in a way that felt real and not overexaggerated. The mother wasn’t constantly dramatic, but enough that it made the reader understand how serious and hard cancer is for the family and loved ones of the patient. 

As a whole, this book is a good read for anyone looking to let themselves dive into the stories of two remarkable people. There is not a part of the book that was too slow-paced or fast-paced, and it all flowed with the storyline well. Even though this book discusses a heavy topic, it is still fun to read. There are lighter moments, and the book is fairly short and easy to read, so you won’t feel overly depressed by it. I would recommend this to anyone who is into realistic fiction, romance or anything related to that.