A review by ginalucia
Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune

challenging emotional funny hopeful 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

4.25

 At first, I was a little annoyed that a second book came out after The House in the Cerulean Sea. I knew I'd like it because it's T.J. Klune, but I didn't feel it was needed. 

I still don't think it was needed for the story, but the book has a bigger purpose than that, and I think it can serve as something incredibly healing for a lot of people. Not just the people he dedicated it to (which was beautiful, by the way), but anyone who feels like they didn't fit in as a child. It healed a little something even in me.

I don't think the book is perfect though. It was a little too cheesy at times, I felt Linus took a bit too much of a backseat, and some of the more villainous characters were a little too cliche in their villainy for my liking. However, I understand that making this book more realistic in that respect might make it too difficult of a read, and a little too challenging when it should be comforting and empowering.

Amazing writing as per usual though, the banter was perfect, and all the kids are amazing. I love each and every one.

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