A review by shaun_trinh
Heartstopper Volume 5 by Alice Oseman

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-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

4.0

 This was a cute little moment. Gay vibes everywhere. The plot is kind of just a cummulation of the previous volumes on the teenage queer experience + now the idea of going long distance and taking the next step in their relationship.

This was probably really present before, but I wish the social commentary wasn't so plain and obvious. Its as if im watching a TEDTalk whenever social issues and expectations are brought up. Like im down with the messages and I can apprecciate that some queer individuals do need to hear these messages plain and simple, but lets pick up our pens take some creative liberties with it as well, at least a little bit. Still a wholesome vibe though!