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La casa en el mar más azul. Edición especial: Edición especial con cantos tintados by TJ Klune, Carlos Abreu Fetter
1350 reviews
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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
This was such a fun, cute read! I went in with high expectations and while it fell a bit short of them, I still thoroughly enjoyed it. The characters are loveable, the setting is vibrant, and the overarching message is timely and poignant. I'm looking forward to reading the sequel.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
funny
hopeful
inspiring
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
I hadn't picked up a fantasy novel in a long time, but T.J. Klune's "The House in the Cerulean Sea" was an absolute delight and the perfect re-entry. It's a truly joyful read that I'd wholeheartedly recommend to fans of "Good Omens."
This book carries such a beautiful message about acceptance and finding family, yet it never gets overly saccharine or serious. Linus Baker's wonderfully witty comments and the constant funny interactions ensure there's plenty of humor to balance the heartfelt moments.
What particularly resonated with me, and something I always appreciate, is the seamless queer representation. It's simply a natural part of the story, woven in with an authenticity that's both refreshing and significant.
Ultimately, "The House in the Cerulean Sea" is a heartwarming, funny, and deeply meaningful novel. Each time I sat down to read left me with a wonderful sense warmth and happiness! <3
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Did I cry damn near the entire time? Yes. Is this one of the most heartwarming stories I’ve ever read in my entire life? Yes.
Absolutely love this perfect story.
Absolutely love this perfect story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
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:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia
Moderate: Child abuse
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Colonisation
Minor: Torture, Violence
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:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Homophobia, Physical abuse
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
slow-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
The House in the Cerulean Sea was an absolutely endearing read. This was my first experience with TJ Klune's work, and I was immediately drawn in by their warm, immersive writing style that brought each character to life. The story is filled with heart and charm, creating a gentle, comforting atmosphere that’s perfect for anyone looking for a slower, cozier read.
Every character was beautifully crafted, but Chauncey completely stole my heart—his dream of becoming a bellhop is just too adorable! Klune’s ability to balance whimsy with deeper emotional themes made this book both touching and memorable. I highly recommend it to readers who enjoy character-driven stories with a lot of soul.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Xenophobia
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:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, Forced institutionalization, Xenophobia
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
“I am but paper, brittle and thin.”
It’s easy to feel fragile and hopeless, stuck in a life that’s less thriving and more surviving, especially in the current climate, and even more so if you’re not what society deems “normal”; but if we can burst the bubble we live in, either by ourselves or with a little help, things start to get just a bit more hopeful.
We need books like these, to open our eyes and burst our bubbles, and show people there’s more to life than division, fear and segregation.
It’s easy to feel fragile and hopeless, stuck in a life that’s less thriving and more surviving, especially in the current climate, and even more so if you’re not what society deems “normal”; but if we can burst the bubble we live in, either by ourselves or with a little help, things start to get just a bit more hopeful.
We need books like these, to open our eyes and burst our bubbles, and show people there’s more to life than division, fear and segregation.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Emotional abuse, Homophobia
Moderate: Child abuse, Fire/Fire injury