Augustus Waters, a central character in John Green’s novel The Fault in Our Stars, dies from complications related to his cancer. After achieving some initial success in battling his illness, Augustus experiences a resurgence of the disease, which eventually leads to his decline.
In the story, he had been in remission for a while, but cancer came back aggressively, particularly affecting his body and causing significant pain. The moments leading to his death are portrayed poignantly, capturing the impact of his passing on Hazel Grace, the protagonist who deeply loved him.
Augustus’s death serves as a powerful moment in the narrative, emphasizing themes of love, loss, and the struggle against terminal illness, leaving a lasting impression on both Hazel and the readers.