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

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? Yes

4.0

I can't decide whether this is a middle-grade book or just an adult book with simple themes and plot. It is a "cozy" or light book in the sense that nothing truly bad winds up happening, but there are actual stakes which would seem to be far more serious.  I think "whimsical" is a good word for it, and I did find the reading (listening) experience enjoyable. I liked the characters and the easy fantasy setting, even though their arcs were entirely predictable. 

I'll probably check the newest book out at the library, but so far it isn't a series that I'll be thinking about long-term.