The fault in the stars Ch. 6-7

Summary

As close adult familiar to Hazel's illness needs to go with her and Augustus to Amsterdam, Hazel's mother will go with her. Later Hazel decides to look up Augustus’s ex - girlfriend Caroline's profile online. She thinks she and Caroline look very different but cancer made them very similar. As the day goes on Hazel's parents call her down to dinner which she was acting very cold and being very sarcastic. When her mother asks her what's wrong, Hazel says she's a “grenade" and that she might explode and injure everyone near her. She goes to her room to read and can hear her parents talking about her. She understands suddenly that she tensed up with Augustus because she knows being with him will eventually hurt him. She texts him to tell him that she can't kiss him because it makes her think of the pain she'll cause him. He replies that he understands but also flirts with her, to which she simply responds “Sorry.” At four in the morning, Hazel then wakes up with a terrible headache, she instantly screams and wake her parents. She feels what seems like a series of explosions in her head, in fact she even thought that she was going to die.  The next thing we know Hazel wakes up in the ICU. Her father explains that the headache was because of poor oxygenation, which resulted from her lungs filling with fluid. Hazel’s father also explains her total body PET scan found no new tumors. The nurse mentions that Hazel has been out for a few days, and that Augustus has been outside in the waiting room since she arrived, though he has been prohibited from seeing her directly. On Hazel’s last day at the hospital, Augustus is briefly allowed to visit, this is when he delivers another correspondence from Van Houten. By the time Hazel finishes Van Houten’s letter she is already wondering if Dr. Maria might clear her for international travel.

Character Analysis
Augustus
- Augustus demonstrates to be a person of Character in this reading. Its evident how he cares for Hazel as he was there for her every single day, in which she was in the hospital, even though he was not even allowed to see her. 

- Augustus Also showed to be respectful and descent. He always acts appropriately around Hazel parents, which also makes him a highly educated kid.

- Furthermore he is  a very selfless person, as he wastes he's only wish from the foundation in Hazel, allowing her to meet her favourite Author.  

- Additionally he demonstrates to be respectful and persistent. When Hazel claimed that she was afraid to kiss him because he might be hurt later on he respects her decision and did not force her to anything yet he kept flirting as he want Hazel to want him, and it seems as if he wont give up. 

- Finally Augustus shows to be a good friend, as he is always their to lend a hand to everyone around him. Not just hazel but also Isaac when her girlfriend broke up with her. 

Events

The story is now getting more serious. The first chapter's were mostly about Hazel and Augustus relationship, and how they began to fall for one another. It was mostly how they act together what they had in common and it also talked about Isaac and Kathleen and the people around them. However as the novel develops it is now getting into the most tragic parts of the story. The events going on are now more health related and as Hazel got very sick it is evident how her Cancel will highly affect what's yet to come interfering in her relationship and almost everything in her life. 

Theme 

The theme of the reading is tragedy and how things can suddenly flip. This is exactly what happened to Hazel. Everything in her life was highly  and vastly improving. She met Augustus and became great friends with him, in fact its evident how she really likes him as more than friends. Moreover she was about to go to Amsterdam to meet her favourite author, who was going to spoil the end of his unfinished book. However suddenly out of no where she gets greatly ill again, and all this good things going on in her life are suddenly going to stop. 

Thoughts

This book really impressed me. As I was told it was about a girl who has cancer and falls in love with a guy I already knew what to expect, however, I was wrong. Even though the theme and plot of the book seemed very cliche I really like how the Author writes it. She makes it very interesting as it is funny in many occasions and during the tragic parts of the book she knows exactly how to make it really sound serious. Finally I like how every chapter ends in a cliff-hanger i believe it gives a mystery sense to the story.

The fault in our stars Ch. 5

Summary

After a week of not been talking Augustus finally calls Hazel. They mostly discuss the negative and positive things of Imperial Affliction. Augustus then reveals that he has been able to communicate with the Author of the book, Van Houten through his assistant. Consequently, Hazel comes up with a perfect email to Van Houten, involving numerous questions she has about the book. Finally, Hazel sends the email and calls Augustus one more time, during the conversation they discuss Augustus’s past relationship with a girl named Caroline who died from cancer.

 A few days later Augustus texted Hazel saying that Isaac’s surgery was successful and that he was officially cancer free, though he is blind now. Hazel then visits Isaac at the hospital. The next morning Hazel finally receives an email from Van Houten. He answered that he feared that by answering her questions she might twist those answers into a sequel. However, he invited her to discuss the novel in person if Hazel ever finds herself in Amsterdam. Hazel however knows that she would afford such trip. She shares the news with Augustus, who asks if she has used her wish from The Genie Foundation, an organization that grants sick kids one wish. Hazel has indeed spent her wish on a trip to Disney World but a few days’ later Augustus plans a surprise date at which he tell Hazel that he spent his wish on a trip with her to Amsterdam.

Character Analysis

Peter Van Houten

Peter is the author of An Imperial Affliction, a novel Hazel becomes obsessed with.

He is also mysterious at first, as he never appears to answer fan correspondence or do anything likewise.

He is very creative as he decided that the best way to end his book was not to. In other words the book just finishes in middle of a sentence as the protagonist, who is telling the story dies.

He is also very intellectual. This is evident when he uses fancy words and smart statements in the email she sends Augustus.

Story

The story have evolved in various aspects since it first started. To begin with, the fact that Isaac is now cancer free gives a feeling that it is not all death as it is probable to be cured. However he is now blind, which will make the parts of the story about him different and more interesting. Furthermore, an advance in Hazel and Augustus relationship is evidence as Augustus sacrificed his last wish on her, so that she could go on a trip and meet her favourite author and with him.

Theme

The theme of this part of the section consist on mystery but is to never give up. This is prooven as after the mysterious silence from the author of the book after Augustus insisted persistently. He then finally found a way to communicate with him through his assistant. Additinally after he would not answer any question through email Augustus did not give up one more time and found a way to accuire a trip to amsterdam and meet him in person. This prooves that hard things can be achieved with persistent.

Thoughts

I am loving this book more as I go on reading. I really like each character roles, specially how Augustus is so adorable. When I start reading I dont want to stop.I think that the author did a very good job balancing tragedy, love and comedy in such a way that they all have an important effect in the story. And they all are a part of each chapter. 

The fault in our stars chapter 4

Summary

During the night Hazel begins reading " An Imperial Affliction" a novel about a girl who is dying from cancer. Hazel loves the book because it is not sentimental in contrast with the majority of cancer books. Eventually as the book goes on Just as Anna is about to start a crazy treatment, the book ends mid sentence. Hazel likes this ending, as it depicts the way death happens suddenly, but wonders what happens to the characters that are left behind. She has even tried to write to the author but he has not responded. She then wonders if Augusts liked the book as she had recommended it to Augustus. Later that day Augustus calls and asks when he can see Hazel again, and she tells him that they can see each other when he finishes the book. She knows she is flirting with him, which is new to her, but she enjoys it. 

Later that day, Hazel and her mother go together to the movies. During the movie, Augustus texts Hazel, saying, “Tell me my copy is missing the last twenty pages.” He, like Hazel, begins to wonder what happens to the other character after the book ends. When Hazel gets home she calls Augustus. As they talk, she hears something in the background. Augustus claims its Isaac crying because Monica left him. He then invites Hazel to his house; where Hazel finds Augustus and Isaac playing video games. Isaac is crying while he plays, refusing to look at Augustus or Hazel. 


After the game is over, Isaac claims that Monica dumped him because she didn’t want to have to break up with him after he was blind. Isaac says she couldn't handle being with him. Suddenly, Isaac begins hitting a chair and beating Augustus’ pillows to let out his anger. In the meantime Augustus and Hazel about the books they are reading. Eventually augustus encourages Isaac to break his basketball trophies instead of hitting pillows as he could consequently sent a message to his father that he doesn't really like that sport.



Character analysis

Isaac : Hazel and Augustus mutual friend.
- Its notable how Isaac is a very sentimental kid as he is devastated from he's girlfriend's breakup. 

- Isaac suffers of anger problems, we can see this as he began hitting everything in Augustus room, after the breakup. 

-Additionally he is a strong kid as he goes through the process of becoming blind and manages it all pretty well.

-He is also shy as at first he felt embarrassed to talk to Hazel about the brake up situation. 

-Isaac can also be describes as a believer as he strongly beliefs in true love, and claimed he thought that Monica was he's. 

Events

Eventhough this chapter talked constantly about Isaac, it also demonstrates how Hazel and Augustus character's are evolving and becoming happier. As the story goes on they are falling in love and shows a change of personality from both characters. For example Hazel admits to be flirting at some point, which was something she also claims that she never does. They are coming out of their bubble which involves a boring life that they didn't want to explore before they met each other. Additionally we can see a greater mother daughter relationship between Hazel and her mom, as they went from oftenly discussing to attending the movies together.

Theme 
In my opinion the theme of the reading is to never give up on the people you love. This is demonstrated as Monica left Isaac because he was almost blind. He gave up in him and in their love because she claimed that she would not be able to handle he's condition. As a consequence we can se negative effects. Isaac is now devastated and cant stop crying. Furthermore he is out of control and can not stop hitting and breaking things. Monica should have stayed with her at least for a longer time but not leave him in the worst time of he's life. 

Thoughts
As I go through the story I like it even more. I like the fact that it is not linear and it also focuses on the people around Hazel showing that she is not currently the only person facing difficulties in her life. Additionally I love the fact that Hazel and Augustus are both falling in love even more each time, I think that the constant flirt that goes on between them gives a story a cute side besides all the cancer drama that happens. 

The fault in our stars ch 3

Summary

This chapter of the book was focused on Hazel's thirty-third half birthday. At the beginning of the book they mention how her mother likes to celebrate this fractions of her birthday often. Hazel stayed up late the previous night reading the book Augustus gave to her, therefore she sleeps in late the next morning. Her mom then decides to wake her up and reminded ehr that it was that special day, so they need to celebrate, in addition to Hazel having class. Hazel decides to celebrate with a trip to the mall an old friend. Hazel goes to class and then the bookstore to buy the first two books in the series of the book Augustus gave her. She then spent some time shopping with Kaitlyn until she exclaims to be tired and leaves Kaitlyn to go to a corner of the mall to read. As Hazel finishes the book, a little girl asks her what is in her nose. Hazel then explains that it is called a cannula, and its purpose is to give her oxygen, helping her breathe. Hazel then offered the girl if she wants to try the cannula on, the girl agreed until Hazel began to feel week and was forced to put it back on. The little girl’s mother then intervened in her daughters questionary and took her away. 

Character Analysis

Kaitlyn

- Kaitlyn is Hazel's schoolmate she seems like a very nice persona and have proved to be a loyal friend, who still hangs out with Hazel despite her medical condition and current distance from society. 
- Its notable how she is an stereotypical teenage girl, obsessed with shopping, boys, and gossip. We can see this when she talk about her boyfriend and life at school while she tries on multiple pairs of shoes at the store.  
-Kaitlyin is also a talkative girl, we can see this as she is seating with Hazel in the cafeteria and is usually her who is telling a story, gossip or asking questions. 
- Moreover it is evident how Katilyn is psychorigid when it comes to punctuality, we can note this as she set an appointment with Hazel at 3:32 and arrived exactly at that time.
-Lastly Kaitlyn can also be considered a picky kind of girl. Contrary to Hazel who picked some cheap sandals, Katilyn tried on many pairs of shoes until she found a cute pair that covered her toe, which she claimed that she doesn't liked. 

Events

The events in the book are moving from being focused In Hazel to being more about the people the surround her. Besides knowing more of Hazel's feeling and personality the book also introduces her closest healthy friend. Aside that it shows another side of her mother, instead of arguing with her, she is celebrating an early birthday. Besides the part where Hazel removed her breathing device for a moment shows an improvement of her medical condition. Additionally as the story evolve we can notice how Hazel is changing as she is being influenced by the people around her, specifically how she became more interested in series of books after Augustus gave that one book to her. 

Themes 

In my opinion the theme of the reading is not letting one problem create new ones that are not even there. Specifically Hazel lets her cancer affect her life more than it should, we can see this as she comments on the fact that Kaitlyn will be surprised she could attract a boy which proves how Hazel's cancer has lowered her self-esteem. But the previous chapter in which we can see how she is connected to Augustus demonstrate how the fact that she is not the most healthy person her love life can still have a story. 

Thoughts

I feel as if the story is attracting me even more as I get through it. I am interested in how it shows every aspect of Hazel life, because even though i know that the plot of the story goes around her life story with Augustus, its good to read other character as well. Moreover I feel like i became attached to Hazel and that I understand her which makes me more interested to keep reading. Lastly I like the fact that it include many jokes and funny situations that makes me laugh . So far I am highly enjoying it and want to keep reading!

The Fault in our Stars pg. 22 -38

Summary 

Augustus, driving himself, went on a ride to his house with Hazel as company. During the way they got to know each other and shared about each other's cancer situations.  Augustus reveals that he is a sophomore in high school and that Cancer has delayed him just one year. Hazel talks about how she pulled out of school at the age of thirteen when she was diagnosed with cancer for the first time.Hazel also reveals how she has stayed alive with the help of an experimental drug. Later as they arrive Augustus show Hazel around his house and additionally Augustus parents are introduced. Hazel and Augustus seem to make good company together moreover they agree to read one another’s favorite books. Finally Augustus drives Hazel home, and she agrees to call him once she’s finished his book.

Analysis of Character

Augustus Waters 

• He is a sixteen year old boy that has osteosarcoma. 
• Augustus seems to be falling in love with Hazel after meeting her at Support Group, this is notable as he often flirts with her and he even invited her over to his house after they just met. 
• He has a heroic personality and is interested in leaving a legacy in society. 
• He is strong and confident as he openly talks about his cancer situation. 
• Additionally he is kind, helpful and open, well he was at support group at first for helping a friend and furthermore he easily became friends with Hazel.

Events

The events in the book are now centered on Augustus and Hazel. Its interesting how the tragic situation that Hazel was describing during the firs pages of the book, now turned romantic. Small events in the book that involve Hazel and Augustus are very important, for example when Augustus the mention of “cancer perks” its very important as it shows, the way in which those with cancer are treated differently than others. Additionally Augustus’ confidence in the future is very important as he proofs to Hazel that he is not that concerned about death.

Theme

I think that the theme of the story is that sometimes bad things occur to lead you to good ones, though Hazel and Augustus first connected through their shared experience with cancer, which is not a good thing at all, they quickly connect through other things like humor, pop culture, and literature and they are falling in love.

Thoughts

I am currently liking this book even more as I am highly interested in Hazel and Augustus relationship. I think that they will make a great couple am I am curious of how this relationship will evolve later on. I also like how the narrator makes it feel like Hazel and Augustus have a strong connection and are somehow similar. 

The fault in our stars pg. 1 - 21

Summary

The beginning of the book introduces Hazel as a 16 year old teenage girl with cancer. She considers her cancer a side effect of dying. Hazel was forced by her mother and doctor to attend a weekly cancer support group, which she claimed she did not want to attend. The group meetings are in a spot they call "the heart of Jesus", located in a the basement of a church.The leader of the group is called patrick; he is a cancer survivor as well. During his first times attending the meetings Hazel claims that the only part of she liked of them was a guy named Isaac who lost an eye to cancer and may lose his remaining eye as well. Later a new and beautiful boy attends the meeting, his name is Augustus Waters, and he kept staring at her all the time. In fact Hazel, who rarely speaks during those meetings, comments to one of Augustus claims. After the meeting was over Isaac finally introduces Augustus and Hazel, later on they are left alone and the two of them flirt a little bit, In fact Augustus invited Hazel over to his house. 

Analysis of one character

Hazel Lancaster

• She is the 16 year old protagonist and narrator of the novel who has lung cancer.
• She has as a very "dark" personality, as she tend to relates everything around her to death.
• She is very selfless, I notice this a she tends to keeps most people at a distance, knowing that they will be hurt when she dies soon. 
• She is very passive, in fact its this characteristic that makes her parents belief that she is depressed.
• She reads a lot and I belief that that is probably one  of the factors that make her very smart, aside that she seems to understand everything and has an answer to everyone in the support group. However she is very quite and usually happen to keep her thoughts to herself. 

Events

From the beginning of the story Hazel was introduced with lung cancer, Through the story it is revealed that she originally had thyroid cancer, though it spread to her lungs, later. Aside that, the story evolves around Hazel relationship with Augustus. Hazel life was pretty linear and boring, in fact her parents claimed she was often depressed. But then she met Augustus in some support group she attends and so far it seems as if she is falling in love. This is important as it will more likely cause a big twist to her life. 

Theme 

• I think that so far the main theme is: The impact of love and how it can light up the darkest part of you and your lives.

Thoughts

I haven't read much but I really liked the book, specially because I like the main character's personality. I consider Hazel a smart, simple and selfless girl. I also like the combination that the book's plot has. It involves the tragedy of cancer with a love story, and they highly affect one another. Furthermore I think hazel way of seeing life and people is interesting and entertaining, I like her sarcastic sense of humor. I cant wait to know what is going to happen next, and  even though I have many theories I really hope that Hazel does not die.