I tried to read the book first and got about halfway through but the pace was just not engaging enough for me to keep reading. Now I find myself feeling the same thing with the series. If you are someone who likes slow build up and slow pace then you'll probably like this. I also would have rated this higher if I felt the slow pace contributed to deeper character development (like happened with Sally Rooney's Normal People), but honestly I'm not entirely sure I even want to wait to get to know the characters better because they carelessly hurt decent people in their lives and it's not clear why. I wish we understood more from the getgo why these characters choose the path they go down. Didn't finish the book, and not entirely sure I'll finish the series. One good thing worth mentioning is the acting is good! Everyone did a great job in their roles! Best thing about this thus far is the casting!
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Heartstopper
(2022– )
Excellent cast and show!
29 April 2022
Honestly the best show on Netflix right now. First, the acting is phenomenal and the story line engaging and believable. And the relationship between Charlie and Nick is so lovely and tender that you just want to root for them from start to finish. It's so refreshing to see an LGBTQ+ movie that is wholesome and positive. We need more of these kinds of shows!
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