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dubious_little_creature's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse
forestfloor's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
"Don't you wish you were here?"
Adored reading this! A must read if you enjoy found family.
I found the characters well rounded out and lovable, and they truly came to life from the pages. Klune's writing is very enjoyable, I particularly like the vivid descriptions that never got over-detailed or lasted too long.
I think I will treasure these characters for a long time.
Adored reading this! A must read if you enjoy found family.
I found the characters well rounded out and lovable, and they truly came to life from the pages. Klune's writing is very enjoyable, I particularly like the vivid descriptions that never got over-detailed or lasted too long.
I think I will treasure these characters for a long time.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Forced institutionalization and Hate crime
Minor: Child abuse
anguawolf's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Confinement, Child abuse, Forced institutionalization, Hate crime, and Bullying
moraina's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The House in the Cerulean Sea is a cozy fantasy story centered around magical children that have otherwise been outcast and ostracized by society. When Linus goes to the island they inhabit as a by-the-book caseworker investigating the situation, he finds friendship, love, parenthood, and a home that he never anticipated finding. This book instills a whimsical sense of adventure and belonging, I really enjoyed it and think it would be great for a wholesome read on the beach. This was my first read by the author, but I will be checking out more of his work after reading this book!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Abandonment, Emotional abuse, and Confinement
athlen_47_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, and Fatphobia
fred___'s review against another edition
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
This was written based on the 60s scoop. Indigenous populations have discussed often that it was not an appropriate thing for a white cis author to cover (and give a happy ending to) because it dismissed the trauma indigenous populations are still living.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Cultural appropriation, Abandonment, Racism, Gaslighting, Colonisation, Child abuse, Classism, and Trafficking
eddieboy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Forced institutionalization and Confinement
Minor: Fire/Fire injury and Child abuse
moond4ncer's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved my experience with this book. Funny, witty, compassionate and a beautiful reminder of all the good things in life. I'll return to this book and recommend it to many friends.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Physical abuse, Body shaming, Child abuse, Fatphobia, Confinement, and Forced institutionalization
driedmintleaves's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
THIS BOOK IS SO GOOD. I have not weeped with tears of joy at a books ending like this in a long time.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Body shaming, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Homophobia and Religious bigotry
provokamin's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Literally one of the best books I've ever read. I had to force myself to stop reading everytime I picked up the book, because otherwise I would've probably read it in one sitting and I didn't want it to end. The writing is incredibly beautiful and I loved all of the characters so much. I'm going to recommend this book to literally everyone I know
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse