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A review by lovelymisanthrope
This Winter by Alice Oseman
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
5.0
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, and Mental illness