A review by tkhz
Nick and Charlie by Alice Oseman

emotional hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • 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

4.0

A continuation of the Heartstopper comic series in which Charlie deals with the realities of Nick moving away for university. A true-to-life look into the emotions and decisions teens are faced with at the end of high school.

I'm always an enjoyer of how Alice Oseman writes their teenage characters and how much I can relate to the experiences and feelings they're dealing with. They have a great understanding of that it's like to be a teenager, especially a queer teenager, in today's society and portrays it in a way that tackles serious issues without leaning into themes of intense trauma. I would recommend this book- and the Heartstopper series- to any lgbtq+ teen or adult looking for a cute love story and great representation.