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komiification's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Sexual content, Eating disorder, Mental illness, and Body shaming
Moderate: Physical abuse, Child abuse, Bullying, Self harm, and Cursing
Minor: Homophobia and Alcohol
nina17's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Cursing, Domestic abuse, Eating disorder, Mental illness, Physical abuse, and Sexual content
tashcullen's review against another edition
- 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
4.5
Graphic: Eating disorder
Minor: Physical abuse
vixenreader's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Eating disorder
Minor: Alcohol, Cursing, Child death, Physical abuse, Child abuse, and Acephobia/Arophobia
There are decisions of the impact that long distance can impact a relationship, internalized ace-phobia, coming out as ace, dilemmas about university and future, and triggers during sex.crunchycrystals's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
Moderate: Sexual content and Eating disorder
Minor: Self harm, Child abuse, and Physical abuse
kelly_e's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Author: Alice Oseman
Series: Heartstopper #5
Genre: Graphic Novel
Rating: 5.00
Pub Date: December 19, 2023
T H R E E • W O R D S
Heartwarming • Wholesome • Soothing
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Nick and Charlie are in love. They’ve finally said those three little words, and Charlie has almost persuaded his mum to let him sleep over at Nick’s house. He wants to take their relationship to the next level... but can he find the confidence he needs? And with Nick going off to university next year, is everything about to change?
💭 T H O U G H T S
Through most of 2023, I was constantly peeping release date calendars for a confirmed publication date for Heartstopper: Volume Five, and it couldn't have been released at a better time. It was exactly the book I needed during a tough holiday season. I don't think there is a fictional couple I love as much as Nick and Charlie.
Volume 5 brought me back to Nick and Charlie's realm and I read it straight through in one sitting, and upon finishing, flipped back to the beginning and began again. It's just that good!
I really noticed a new level of maturity in both Nick and Charlie. In my opinion, this is a true-to-life progression as they age. They are facing real-life teenage problems, and remain so supportive of one another.
Volume Five opens up an important discussion on sex. What I really loved Alice Oseman doesn't paint a Disneyesque picture of sex. Rather she showcases the insecurities and importance of openly communicating ones needs and wants. It talks about relationships in real terms rather than idealistic terms.
Heartstopper: Volume Five is a welcome addition to this beloved series. The graphics continue to be on point and add a layer of emotion without the need for words. I am so glad this series of book exists because everyone can see bits and pieces of themselves in this world. I am definitely not ready for in to end with volume 6, yet I cannot wait to jump into it and feel like I am among friends. Highly recommend to readers of all ages (especially young readers).
📚 R E A D • I F • Y O U • L I K E
• diverse representation
• wholesome characters
• hugs in book form
⚠️ CW: mental illness, panic attacks/disorders, eating disorder, dysphoria, self-harm, chronic illness, bullying, body shaming, homophobia, biphobia, acephobia/arophobia, outing, sexual content, cursing, alcohol, child abuse, physical abuse
Graphic: Dysphoria, Self harm, Panic attacks/disorders, Eating disorder, Chronic illness, and Mental illness
Moderate: Homophobia, Biphobia, Outing, Body shaming, Sexual content, Acephobia/Arophobia, and Bullying
Minor: Physical abuse, Child abuse, Cursing, and Alcohol
⚠️ CW: mental illness, panic attacks/disorders, eating disorder, dysphoria, self-harm, chronic illness, bullying, body shaming, homophobia, biphobia, acephobia/arophobia, outing, sexual content, cursing, alcohol, child abuse, physical abuseeyescanbecruel's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Eating disorder, Bullying, and Sexual content
Minor: Self harm and Physical abuse
drewdlestrudel's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: Dysphoria, Eating disorder, and Mental illness
Moderate: Alcohol and Sexual content
Minor: Acephobia/Arophobia, Child abuse, Physical abuse, and Bullying
emily_mh's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, Bullying, Mental illness, Eating disorder, and Self harm
Minor: Child abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Domestic abuse, and Alcohol
booklover129's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Eating disorder
Moderate: Self harm
Minor: Physical abuse and Bullying