Genre syncretism in John Green's novel «The Fault In Our Stars»

this article explores John Green's novel «The Fault In Our Stars» («It's Not My Fault») from the perspective of its genre uniqueness. In the overcoming novel «It's Not My Fault» the characters struggle with a fatal illness, Hazel finds and loses a loved one, and she encounters both challenges and joys on her journey of self-discovery. The analysis of the text shows that the work is a complex synthesis of genre models of young adult fiction, a novel of upbringing (Bildungsroman) and a love novel, which are transformed under the influence of the central theme of cancer. It is proved that despite the use of traditional elements for teen literature, Green's novel goes beyond its limits due to its philosophical depth, intertextual references to classical literature and deconstruction of the cliche «stories about cancer patients». The purpose of the article is to identify and characterize the mechanisms of this genre syncretism and its role in creating a unique artistic statement. The research methodology includes comparative analysis, intertextual and motivational approaches. It is advisable to apply this analysis in practical classes on foreign literature, as well as in preparation for practical classes devoted to the study of foreign literature of the 21st century.

John Green, «The Fault In Our Stars», young adult fiction, parenting novel, genre syncretism, intertextuality, death theme