I knew it wouldn't be long before I finished this one! I have literally read this in two sittings (I did eventually have to allow myself sleep).
He captures the beauty of teenager-ness so accurately and the confusion and excitement of one's first real love and how a teenager handles the effects of a disease such as cancer is boldly represented.
This book is sad. But I think everyone knows it's going to be when it's about cancer. But it is so impeccably written, that you're OK with that in the end.
There are so many thought-provoking ideas in this book and fantastic phrases that I just loved. The humour and wit is outstanding, the characters realistic and lovable, the story beautiful and painful.
I enjoyed this and I am definitely going to pick up some more John Green books to see how I fancy them.
5/5 for this one.
28/6/14 - UPDATE
I went and saw the movie last night! I love how they stayed really close to the book, the dialogue was almost exact in most places, and was in the most important places. I loved it. I laughed, I cried, I cried from laughing, I smiled like a dork, and I contorted my face into one of mystification and misery. It was all enjoyed. The actors were so well chosen and perfect. It was emotionally wrenching. If you have yet to see this, do it. You won't regret it. Also, I would recommend reading the book first. I feel like it's one where it matters a little more :)
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