Heartstopper: Volume One by Alice Oseman
Published: 2018
Genre: Young Adult Romance, LGBTQ+, Contemporary Fiction, Graphic Novel
Audience: Grades 9-12
Content Warnings: Bullying
Reviewer: Heather Kent
Book Cover Summary:
Charlie, a highly-strung, openly gay over-thinker, and Nick, a cheerful, soft-hearted rugby player, meet at a British all-boys grammar school. Friendship blooms quickly, but could there be something more...?
Charlie Spring is in Year 10 at Truham Grammar School for Boys. The past year hasn't been too great, but at least
he's not being bullied anymore. Nick Nelson is in Year 11 and on the school rugby team. He's heard a little about Charlie - the kid who was outed last year and bullied for a few months - but he's never had the opportunity to talk to him.
They quickly become friends, and soon Charlie is falling hard for Nick, even though he doesn't think he has a chance. But love works in surprising ways, and sometimes good things are waiting just around the corner...
Review
"Heartstopper Volume 1" by Alice Oseman is a tender and heartwarming graphic novel that captures the story of teenage love and friendship. The story centers around Charlie and Nick, two high school boys whose growing connection blossoms into something deeper. I found all of the characters in this graphic novel to be endearing and relatable. I love this story and was sad when it ended. I can see why students would love this series and I cannot wait to read Volume 2.
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