meggiecronin 's review for:

Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune

4.5

challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious tense 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

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I love these characters so dearly. I loved getting to spend more time in their world. While it can be oversweet at times, I needed the hope, especially fierce, loving hope in the face of bigotry and cruelty.

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Content Warnings

Minor: Child abuse, Confinement, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Religious bigotry, Death of parent