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😄🤧 The kids in the series have vulnerable, honest conversations with their peers (and adults); that was so much nicer than so many of the toxic relationship/friendship portrayals I saw in media when I was a kid. Our 12 year old loves the graphic novel series as well!
What age is Nick and Charlie Heartstopper appropriate for? ›
Probably for Mature 14 year olds and up. It was really good. There was good stuff about how in a relationship you do have to speak up or neither of you will.
Is Nick and Charlie's book appropriate? ›
Short Summary
This title contains mature language and references to sex and alcohol and is only recommended for older readers.
What age is the Heartstopper book appropriate for? ›
I still loved this book, and I think it will be ok for some 13 and 12 year olds, but I recommend it for 14+.
Is there anything inappropriate in Heartstopper? ›
Parents need to know that Heartstopper is a romance between teen boys that's set in England and based on the webcomic and graphic novel series by Alice Oseman. Since a romantic relationship is central to the plot, expect flirting, dating, and kissing.
Is Heartstopper volume 5 inappropriate? ›
I highly recommend that only kids 14+ should read it, due to the sensitivity of this topic, but definitely recommend. Unlike what Jane. C said, the book doesn't actually contain nude or graphic drawings. It just hints to the reader they are having sex.
What is the age gap between Nick and Charlie? ›
Due to being nearly two years older than Charlie, Nick has to worry about graduating and what university to go to. He believes he should choose a university that is close to Charlie, but his friends question if that's what he wants and if it's for the better.
Is Heartstopper volume 3 inappropriate? ›
Yes there are no graphic images but the book is about sex. How is this only two stars on romance. It's the whole damn book. Also the conveniently gay chaperones have sex and condone the two minor characters having relations during a school trip while alluding to doing it themselves when they were younger.
What is Nick and Charlie novella about? ›
Everyone knows that Nick and Charlie are the perfect couple – that they're inseparable. But now Nick is leaving for university, and Charlie will be left behind at Sixth Form. Everyone's asking if they're staying together, which is a stupid question – they're 'Nick and Charlie' for God's sake!
Should I let my child watch Heartstopper? ›
It depends what you're okay with what your child's watching! The hear-stopper book is the inspiration for the series, and the book is not bad at all it's in many public and private school middle school and elementary libraries! Heart stopper is TV-14 because it involves Self-Harm and Language.
Charlie and Nick refer to having sex regularly. There's a sex scene in which they undress each other and use a condom. There's an illustration of them shirtless lying in bed together. They take a "post-sex candid" selfie.
What is the age restriction for Heartstopper? ›
Yes, the show "Heartstopper" is primarily targeted at teenagers and young adults. It's based on a graphic novel series of the same name by Alice Oseman, which is known for its themes of young love, self-discovery, and coming-of-age experiences.
What age groups can watch Heartstopper? ›
Yes, "Heartstopper" is a show primarily targeted at teenagers. It's based on a graphic novel series by Alice Oseman, which revolves around themes of friendship, romance, and identity, particularly focusing on LGBTQ+ characters.
Is Heartstopper a kids show? ›
This acclaimed teen drama won multiple Children's & Family Emmys, including awards for acting and overall excellence.