A review by abookishmagpie
Heartstopper Volume 5 by Alice Oseman

emotional funny hopeful reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This series just continues to be such a delight! Even when we are addressing some heavier topics like in volume four, the heartwarming feelings and sweet softness of teenage/first love is so strong. In this volume we see Charlie and Nick navigating the idea of taking their physical relationship farther and what the future holds as Nick will be heading off to University soon and Charlie contemplates taking on a big leadership role at school. I love how Oseman writes the communication between her characters, Charlie and Nick especially, but even between the other friends in their groups and their family members. It just feels so refreshing to see both an overly positive familial and one that at times can be contentious, it shows the realistic range of life and makes it all more relatable. It is a bit sad to know the next volume will be the last, but I believe this volume did a great job of setting up the end and I have no doubt that Oseman will craft the perfect ending for these characters.