What did the author do that was most effective?
I really like the introduction as he introduces the characters in a scenario that I could relate to and the words and thoughts that is used is something that I would say and think. The author mentions that Hazel hates going to those support group as she feels depressed during those sessions. The story continues as she finally attends a session and notices a new kid in the group that she really think is super good-looking. After exchanging multiple witty intriguing dialogues, they decide to go out on a movie which she never does. It made it really personal in a sense where I could imagine myself in the persons shoes as well as picture the situation in my head like in "real-life". The introduction states really clearly what problems the main characters have and what their feelings are towards it which catches the audience attention.
As for the conclusion, I really like how the author did not have a cliche ending like many books with the 2 "love-birds" getting what they want. Instead Augustus dies due to a deterioration of his condition leaving Hazel all alone which made it more painful as Hazel only realize later that she loved Augustus so much more. The author gives a brilliant capturing of the bitter sweet moment between them as just before Augustus is about to die he shares with her that "getting hurt in this world is inevitable, but we do get to choose who we allow to hurt us, and that he is happy with his choice." Augustus hope that she agrees with him and at the end of the novel Hazel says "she does".
What tool or approach did he take?
Very purpose informative and you can get the main idea easily.
As for the conclusion it reiterates her problems which now is for the better or worse and that is for us as readers to choose. The author also leaves a quote that we can ponder on.
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