Book Review - Heartstopper: Volume 4 by Alice Oseman

Title: Heartstopper Volume 4
Author: Alice Oseman
Genre: Graphic Novel/ LGBTQ+/ Romance
Published: 2021
 
Description: Charlie didn’t think Nick could ever like him back, but noe they’re officially boyfriends. Charlié beginning to feel ready to say thos three little words: I love you.
 
Nick’s been feeling the same, but he’s got a lot on his mind – not least coming out to his dad, and the fact that Charlie might have an eating disorder.
 
As summer turns into autumn and a new school year begins, Charlie and Nick are about to learn a lot about what love means.
 
Review: The fourth installment in the “Heartstopper” series. An in depth story of love, friendship and mental health. This book is a little heavier then the previous three, but I praise Alice Oseman for it.
 
In “Heartstopper: Volume 4” we follow Nick and Charlie, whose relationship is blossoming. But they face new challenges. Including Nick coming out to his dad and Charlie’s mental health. An eating disorder and self-harm to be more specific. Nick notices something is wrong with Charlie, but Charlie doesn’t talk about it. He feels like he cannot talk about it with his family, and Nick is trying to find a way to help him.
 
Dealing with a complex theme as this is difficult enough, let along in a graphic novel for young adults. Alice Oseman dealt with this in a beautiful way and manages to capture the essence of it. The books is realistic and tells a hopeful message. And despite the heavy topics, the story is accessible and easy to read.
 
This fourth book is my favorite in the series so far. It made me so emotional, I felt so many emotions while reading this story. Charlie and Nick are wonderful characters, together and apart. And I can’t wait to read the final installment.
 
Rating: 5/ 5