The Fault in Our Stars, by John Green from Best Young Adult Books of All Time

What it's about: Hazel has little hope for her life after being diagnosed with terminal cancer, but when she meets Augustus (in remission) at a cancer support group, their friendship — and then courtship — makes her newly revitalized. Top quote: "As he read, I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once." Goodreads rating: 4.36/5