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A review by kelly_e
Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman
hopeful
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
4.75
Title: Heartstopper: Volume 1
Author: Alice Oseman
Series: Heartstopper #1
Genre: Graphic Novel
Rating: 4.75
Pub Date: October 1, 2018
T H R E E • W O R D S
Heartwarming • Wholesome • Magical
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Charlie Spring, a shy and introverted 10th year, who is out and has endured bullying because of it. When he sits next to Nick Nelson, a rugby player, in class one morning, a friendship soon begins to develop. For Charlie, he begins to develop a crush on Nick but doesn't think he has a chance.
Nick is struggling with his own identity, and as the two become closer, they face the ups and downs that come with being a teenagers. A coming-of-age story about life and love.
💭 T H O U G H T S
What a heartfelt and wholesome story! Heartstopper: Volume One is a great introduction to the series. Nick and Charlie are equally endearing, and their developing relationship has been handled beautifully by the author. Alice Oseman has also used this opportunity to discuss an array of important topics throughout the series, exploring school bullying, sexuality, friendship, anorexia nervosa, among others.
The artwork took a bit of getting used to on my part, yet it pairs nicely with the story. The illustrations also help move the story along and add an additional layer of emotion.
I now know why everyone is raving about this series! Not only will this story entertain you, but it will educate you in subtle ways as well. I am glad these books exist in the world today, not only are they entertaining but the series explores a wide range of topics facing teenagers in the world today. Overall, a brilliant first book, that ends on a cliffhanger making me want to get to Volume 2 asap.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• readers looking for Queer romance representation
• fans of the friends-to-lovers trope
• anyone looking for a feel-good love story
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"You can't tell whether people are gay by what they look like. And gay or straight aren't the only two options."
Author: Alice Oseman
Series: Heartstopper #1
Genre: Graphic Novel
Rating: 4.75
Pub Date: October 1, 2018
T H R E E • W O R D S
Heartwarming • Wholesome • Magical
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Charlie Spring, a shy and introverted 10th year, who is out and has endured bullying because of it. When he sits next to Nick Nelson, a rugby player, in class one morning, a friendship soon begins to develop. For Charlie, he begins to develop a crush on Nick but doesn't think he has a chance.
Nick is struggling with his own identity, and as the two become closer, they face the ups and downs that come with being a teenagers. A coming-of-age story about life and love.
💭 T H O U G H T S
What a heartfelt and wholesome story! Heartstopper: Volume One is a great introduction to the series. Nick and Charlie are equally endearing, and their developing relationship has been handled beautifully by the author. Alice Oseman has also used this opportunity to discuss an array of important topics throughout the series, exploring school bullying, sexuality, friendship, anorexia nervosa, among others.
The artwork took a bit of getting used to on my part, yet it pairs nicely with the story. The illustrations also help move the story along and add an additional layer of emotion.
I now know why everyone is raving about this series! Not only will this story entertain you, but it will educate you in subtle ways as well. I am glad these books exist in the world today, not only are they entertaining but the series explores a wide range of topics facing teenagers in the world today. Overall, a brilliant first book, that ends on a cliffhanger making me want to get to Volume 2 asap.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• readers looking for Queer romance representation
• fans of the friends-to-lovers trope
• anyone looking for a feel-good love story
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"You can't tell whether people are gay by what they look like. And gay or straight aren't the only two options."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Toxic relationship, Bullying, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Outing, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, and Mental illness
Minor: Self harm, Transphobia, Cursing, and Biphobia