A review by betweentheshelves
Heartstopper Volume 3 by Alice Oseman

hopeful lighthearted slow-paced
  • 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

The Paris trip!! We're starting to get more into the mental health stuff in this one, so brace yourself for the next volume!!
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I don't know what else I can add that I haven't listed in a previous reading, but I loved the expansion of characters in this one and the way they even expanded that in the show. Most of season two covers this volume (with the exception of one scene from the end of volume 4), which means the most difficult stuff is definitely coming soon.
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We get to see the expansion of Nick and Charlie's friend group in this one! We also get to see Nick and Charlie navigate how to come out as a couple, which comes with its own complications since Nick isn't out to everyone. Oseman does all of these things with such grace, and manages to make Nick and Charlie one of the most adorable fictional couples ever.
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Second time through, just as lovely. This one gets a bit more serious as we see that Charlie might be struggling with an eating disorder. I'm sure it will be explored more in the next volume!
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Can I just read about Nick and Charlie all the time? I love how Oseman captures the intricacies of coming out as a couple, and there are serious moments as well as heart-melting moments. I want more! This was the perfect end to my not so great day.

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