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Augustus waters Quote by John Green

“I have a boy problem,” I said. “DELICIOUS,” Kaitlyn responded. I told her all about it, complete with the awkward face touching, leaving out only Amsterdam and Augustus’s name. “You’re sure he’s hot?” she asked when I was finished. “Pretty sure,” I said. “Athletic?” “Yeah, he used to play…” quote by John Green
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““I have a boy problem,” I said. “DELICIOUS,” Kaitlyn responded. I told her all about it, complete with the awkward face touching, leaving out only Amsterdam and Augustus’s name. “You’re sure he’s hot?” she asked when I was finished. “Pretty sure,” I said. “Athletic?” “Yeah, he used to play basketball for North Central.” “Huh,” Kaitlyn said. “Out of curiosity, how many legs does this guy have?” “Like, 1.4,” I said, smiling. Basketball players were famous in Indiana, and although Kaitlyn didn’t go to North Central, her social connectivity was endless. “Augustus Waters,” she said. “Um, maybe?” “Oh, my God. I’ve seen him at parties. The things I would do to that boy. I mean, not now that you’re interested in him. But, oh, sweet holy Lord, I would ride that one-legged pony all the way around the corral.” “Kaitlyn,” I said. “Sorry. Do you think you’d have to be on top?” “Kaitlyn,” I said. “What were we talking about. Right, you and Augustus Waters. Maybe…are you gay?””

John Green

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Fault in Our Stars, 2012

A playful, absurd conversation reveals deeper themes of desire, identity, and the search for connection.

In simple terms: Talk reveals hidden feelings.

Key Takeaway

Listen to odd remarks for insight.

Themes

identity desire connection

Mood

reflective playful

Type

literary conversational

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • dating
  • self‑discovery
  • college life

Key Concepts

human sexuality social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the odd question reveal about the speaker?
  • How do jokes affect intimacy?
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Humor can mask serious emotions.

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