Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Heartstopper vols. 1&2

Heartstopper vol. 1 and 2 by Alice Oseman, 263 and 294 pages

Charlie is the one out gay kid at his all-boys high school, and, last year, experienced plenty of bullying from the popular kids, particularly the jocks. This year, he's becoming a bit more comfortable, and has made a good friend in Nick, star of the rugby team and friend to many of those who bullied Charlie last year. As Nick and Charlie become closer, they individually realize that there's something more than friendship between them. But will they ever be able to express those feelings for each other?

This is such a cute and sweet romance between two kids who are trying to figure out who they are and how they fit together. Charlie's protective family and friends are wonderful, Nick's internal struggle is harrowing (but so comforting to read about), and the art is lovely. Highly recommended.

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