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mfrisk's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I liked this book but unlike the Heartstopper series I felt like it shied away from difficult topics almost immediately which is what I think failed the story from progressing in a more meaningful way. Even the romance felt forced due to the characters not being open with each other about issues that were brought up but quickly moved on from.
I would continue in this series but hope that that changes in the sequel at least a little bit because I like the characters and the found family aspect of the team but it feels negligent to bring up mental health issues, self-harm, and even dealing with a homophobic teammate and then to not address them in a meaningful way. Every issue seems very easily glossed over by the way of them just being friends and that solving everything which doesn’t really work.
I would continue in this series but hope that that changes in the sequel at least a little bit because I like the characters and the found family aspect of the team but it feels negligent to bring up mental health issues, self-harm, and even dealing with a homophobic teammate and then to not address them in a meaningful way. Every issue seems very easily glossed over by the way of them just being friends and that solving everything which doesn’t really work.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Homophobia, Drug use, Drug abuse, and Self harm
panic_at_the_bookshelf's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Alcohol
Moderate: Addiction, Sexism, Panic attacks/disorders, and Drug abuse
ferdie's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Check Please was so endearing! I enjoyed it for the lightness, romantic tension and sincerity it brought. I also just miss being around the hockey world, so it was fun to jump back in for a little bit. It was exactly what I needed :)
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse and Alcohol
eloise648's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol and Cursing
Minor: Drug use, Vomit, Sexual content, Drug abuse, and Addiction
ellornaslibrary's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Vomit and Alcohol
Moderate: Addiction, Suicide attempt, Drug abuse, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Sexual content
brontesauruses's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Listen, I know fuckall about hockey, but it's Pride, and I'd heard good things, so I went for it. And I was not disappointed!
Going in, I thought it was going to be a romance. It's not, which is fine because the friendships are so good. Bitty is a charmer, and his weirdly sweet, wholesome relationships with his rowdy hockey bro teammates are a delight. No casual homophobia, no struggle to be accepted...Bitty comes out to them, and they continue to treat him the same way they always have. We love to see it.
Going in, I thought it was going to be a romance. It's not, which is fine because the friendships are so good. Bitty is a charmer, and his weirdly sweet, wholesome relationships with his rowdy hockey bro teammates are a delight. No casual homophobia, no struggle to be accepted...Bitty comes out to them, and they continue to treat him the same way they always have. We love to see it.
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse and Alcoholism
takarakei's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Was a bit too bro-y with the members of the team for my taste, just a lot of college partying etc. Having more of an interest in hockey might’ve helped. Would rec if you’re into slow burn queer hockey graphic novels.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol and Cursing
Moderate: Homophobia and Bullying
Minor: Drug abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, and Addiction
melissahawco's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse, Drug use, and Mental illness
pam_'s review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
This graphic novel was super cute and heartwarming. It kept me engaged the whole way through (except for the tweets at the end). The romance was a very slow burn and was not really the main focus of this graphic novel. Sometimes the plot jumped ahead too quickly for me (stuff got left out that I wanted to read). I look forward to reading the sequel!
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse, Alcohol, and Mental illness
evelynyle_88's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Alcohol
Moderate: Homophobia and Bullying
Minor: Addiction, Panic attacks/disorders, and Drug abuse