It has taken the world by storm. Whether you are a long-time ‘before-the- Heartstopper -Netflix-adaptation’ fan or a newbie to the world of Alice Oseman , her writing is bringing joy to so many people. It begs the question, why are we so touched by Nick and Charlie’s story? Well, Oseman’s story challenges a lot of the queer narratives that are present in popular culture. Most often queer stories are tinged with or totally consumed by heartbreak, sadness and loss. …

