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A review by ellemnope
Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
A wonderful follow up to The House in the Cerulean Sea and such a great experience of returning to this world that Klune has created. I missed these characters and was immediately soothed to be immersed in their charm once again. The narrative is gentle, yet powerful. It focuses on highlighting the power within us all to be what we want to be and to not have to accept what the world expects us to be if we don't feel it's right. Lovely messages of inclusion and the potential for humanity to live in love and celebrate differences rather than hating or fearing them. There are many who could learn a thing or two from this heartwarming book.
Klune states in his acknowledgments and author's note that he seeks to be the anti-J.K. Rowling. I think he has managed to achieve that mark well with this novel. It provides such a great picture of family and the joy of independent children. Arthur and Linus are such loving parents with great talent for encouraging the uniqueness in their wards while still guiding them in development towards compassionate and purposeful adults.
Sequels are always nerve wracking, especially when returning to a world you whole-heartedly adored. I am very happy to say that this was a resounding success and I loved it just as much as the original.
Klune states in his acknowledgments and author's note that he seeks to be the anti-J.K. Rowling. I think he has managed to achieve that mark well with this novel. It provides such a great picture of family and the joy of independent children. Arthur and Linus are such loving parents with great talent for encouraging the uniqueness in their wards while still guiding them in development towards compassionate and purposeful adults.
Sequels are always nerve wracking, especially when returning to a world you whole-heartedly adored. I am very happy to say that this was a resounding success and I loved it just as much as the original.