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emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
I've not read any of this series, but this works as a standalone Christmas story, set on Xmas day and a realistic exploration of the imperfections of family, with a heartwarming ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Mental illness
Minor: Homophobia, Self harm, Suicide, Outing, Alcohol
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
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
Alice Oseman is without a doubt a fantastic writer.
I liked this book and found it easy to read, yet hard to digest. The topics it discusses are quite heavy and intense. Please check trigger warnings before reading any of Alice Oseman's books, because they can unassumingly get very dark, and don't be afraid to reach out if you are struggling.
- have a great Christmas!! 🎄
I liked this book and found it easy to read, yet hard to digest. The topics it discusses are quite heavy and intense. Please check trigger warnings before reading any of Alice Oseman's books, because they can unassumingly get very dark, and don't be afraid to reach out if you are struggling.
- have a great Christmas!! 🎄
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicide
Minor: Homophobia, Vomit
This Winter is quite sad for a Christmas novella, but it accurately captures the experience of someone with an ED in situations like a Christmas lunch. It can be quite useful for someone wanting to learn more about this, yet at the same time it could be extremely triggering. For that reason, I would highly recommend checking trigger warnings before reading any Alice Oseman books.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Eating disorder, Homophobia, Mental illness
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
wholesome, christmassy, and surprisingly emotional
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Mental illness
Minor: Biphobia, Homophobia
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Eating disorder
Minor: Homophobia
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
maybe novellas just aren't for me? idk. i just prefer actual heartstopper as opposed to these novellas
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Mental illness, Self harm
Minor: Homophobia, Schizophrenia/Psychosis
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Mental illness
Minor: Homophobia, Self harm
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Eating disorder, Mental illness, Self harm
Minor: Homophobia, Outing
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
As a fan of the "Heartstopper" world, I was excited to read a novella set in the cozy, holiday time of year.
"This Winter" follows different characters from "Heartstopper" during what is supposed to be the happiest time of year: Christmas. Unfortunately, for many of the characters, this holiday is not as jolly as they hoped for.
This was a highly atmospheric installment of a "Heartstopper" story. I loved that this took place over Christmas, and Alice Oseman really leaned into the holiday theme. This story felt like a warm hug on a snowy evening, and I absolutely devoured it.
I loved all of the representation of different family dynamics in this story. For most people, there is often someone in their family that they do not get along with 100%. It can feel so isolating when you are told that family should come first, but family are the ones to be causing you so much turmoil. Charlie is having a difficult holiday, and his extended family is making it worse, so, of course, he finds comfort in Nick.
This was a super sweet, quick read that is a perfect addition to your winter TBR.
"This Winter" follows different characters from "Heartstopper" during what is supposed to be the happiest time of year: Christmas. Unfortunately, for many of the characters, this holiday is not as jolly as they hoped for.
This was a highly atmospheric installment of a "Heartstopper" story. I loved that this took place over Christmas, and Alice Oseman really leaned into the holiday theme. This story felt like a warm hug on a snowy evening, and I absolutely devoured it.
I loved all of the representation of different family dynamics in this story. For most people, there is often someone in their family that they do not get along with 100%. It can feel so isolating when you are told that family should come first, but family are the ones to be causing you so much turmoil. Charlie is having a difficult holiday, and his extended family is making it worse, so, of course, he finds comfort in Nick.
This was a super sweet, quick read that is a perfect addition to your winter TBR.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Homophobia, Mental illness
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Mental illness, Self harm
Moderate: Ableism, Biphobia, Cursing, Homophobia
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Schizophrenia/Psychosis