The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune (2020)

The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune (2020)

The first book in The Cerulean Chronicles.

Laura’s Rating: 4/5 Stars

Plot: Linus Baker works as a case worker for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. His job is to ensure government orphanages for children with extraordinary abilities are running properly. One day he is summoned for a top secret project for a very particular orphanage with six special cases and a dedicated and eclectic caretaker. 

Opinion: This book was delightful. It is bittersweet and charming in all the right places and the characters are well established, with unique personalities. The book handles important themes about questioning preconceived notions and learning to accept people that are different from us. 

The story is definitely for young adults and therefore, the analogies are a little heavy handed. Some parts felt more like telling rather than showing and some details felt unnecessary. 

However, I can’t criticize a book aimed at younger audiences too much for being a bit obvious. The House in the Cerulean Sea still warmed my heart and is full of authenticity and love.