A review by figsx
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune

5.0

I will admit, I started this read because it was very popular and it kept popping up around me and took it as a sign that I had to give it a read. It took me while to finally pick it up after having bought it and I don't regret doing so. As my first complete read of the new year, I am happy to have it been this book. I fell in love with the kids that are part of this home and the different struggles they had. The work that Linus did in order to gain their trust was warming and sad at the same time, as towards the end of his assignment he was coming to the realization that his life was meant for more. I do love that the ending took its time to find its "Happy Ending" because anything would not have felt as genuine. Also, the LGBTQ+ representation? LOVED IT.