Hazel Grace Lancaster (Shailene Woodley), a 16-year-old cancer patient, meets and falls in love with Gus Waters (Ansel Elgort), a similarly afflicted teen from her cancer support group. Hazel feels that Gus really understands her. They both share the same acerbic wit and a love of books, especially Grace’s touchstone, “An Imperial Affliction” by Peter Van Houten. When Gus scores an invitation to meet the reclusive author, he and Hazel embark on the adventure of their brief lives.
The Fault in Our Stars/Film synopsis
What is a short summary of the fault in our stars?
The Fault In Our Stars is a fabulous book about a young teenage girl who has been diagnosed with lung cancer and attends a cancer support group. Hazel is 16 and is reluctant to go to the support group, but she soon realises that it was a good idea. Hazel meets a young boy named Augustus Waters.
Why is the fault in our stars a good book?
Reception. The Fault in Our Stars received critical acclaim. Critics mostly praised the book for its humor, strong characters, language, themes and new perspective on cancer and romance.
Why was the fault in our stars banned?
The young-adult novel which focuses on the story of two teenagers who are both dying from cancer was banned as parents complained that there was too much death, illness and sex in the novel.
How does the book The Fault in Our Stars end?
The novel concludes with Hazel reading Augustus’s words. He says getting hurt in this world is inevitable, but we do get to choose who we allow to hurt us, and that he his happy with his choice. He hopes she likes her choice too. The final words of the novel come from Hazel, who says she does.
What is the climax of The Fault in Our Stars?
climaxHazel rushes to the gas station where Augustus, his health badly deteriorated, finds himself stuck and helpless. falling actionAugustus passes away, and Hazel realizes that as much as the pain of losing Augustus hurts, she still thinks the pain was worth it.
What is the climax of the fault in our stars?
Why I like The Fault in Our Stars?
The Fault in Our Stars is a beautiful novel and I would recommend it to anyone who believes in love and has the courage to fight for it. Through this book I realised that cancer not just touches victims, but it also touches all those who love.
Can a 12 year old read The Fault in Our Stars?
While there is some sex, and strong swearing, it is definitely ok for tweens to watch, as long as they have read the book, and are prepared for the sad and mature themes of the movie.
Can a 13 year old read The Fault in Our Stars?
The book may be too mature if your child is under age 13. John Green’s novel The Fault in Our Stars captured hearts, and was eventually made into a feature movie, too. The book’s themes and plot may be a bit too mature for your tween, though.
