Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
*Acclaimed live-action Netflix series*
'Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.' - Rainbow Rowell, author of Eleanor & Park
'The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.' - Gay Times
Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. *Includes exclusive Tara and Darcy mini-comic*
Nick and Charlie are best friends. Nick knows Charlie's gay, and Charlie is sure that Nick isn't.
But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is discovering all kinds of things about his friends, his family . . . and himself.
Frequently asked questions
Is Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The series includes instances of bullying and run-ins with homophobic characters, which are depicted as part of the characters' experiences. No scary content detected in the narrative of the book.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have violence?
The series includes instances of bullying and run-ins with homophobic characters, which are depicted as part of the characters' experiences.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have scary content?
No scary content detected in the narrative of the book.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the narrative of the book.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have racial/cultural content?
While the series features a diverse cast of characters, race is not a central theme or plot element.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have profanity?
The series contains mild swearing, including words like 'f--k' and 's--t', which are noted in reviews but deemed appropriate for older tweens and teens.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have climate change?
No climate-related themes detected in the narrative of the book.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have sexual identity?
The narrative discusses the characters' physical relationship and includes themes of intimacy and consent, with sensitive handling of the characters' feelings about taking their relationship further.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have gender roles?
The narrative does not promote traditional or modern gender roles as a central theme; it focuses on the characters' relationships and identities.
Does Heartstopper The Bestselling Graphic Novel, Now on Netflix! have lgbtq+ themes?
The graphic novel series 'Heartstopper' centers on a romantic relationship between two boys, Charlie, who is gay, and Nick, who is bisexual. It portrays a range of sexual identities in positive and affirming ways, including a lesbian couple and a transgender girl in their social circles.
