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A review by lalaland_of_books
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Linus Baker is a case worker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. His job is to ensure that orphanages are well-run, the children are properly treated and cared for, and their specific needs are met. He decides whether the orphanages should continue operating or be shut down. Linus is very obedient and does not emotionally involve himself with any of the cases assigned to him. This detachment is why the "extremely upper management" assigns him a confidential task: to inspect the house in the Cerulean Sea, a foster home for particularly dangerous children.
There are six magical children in this foster home, looked after by Parnassus, who would do anything to keep them safe. This is how the story begins.
I particularly liked how Baker's dull and monotonous life is depicted through the use of grey clouds and rain, contrasted with sunny and bright moments. As we read the story, we see how Linus has trapped himself in a metaphorical box unnecessarily and unreasonably. This realization also prompts us to reflect on how we might have confined ourselves in similar ways.
I listened to this audiobook. It is easy to follow, and the narration does justice to this wonderful book. It's a warm and cozy book I recommend to everyone.
There are six magical children in this foster home, looked after by Parnassus, who would do anything to keep them safe. This is how the story begins.
I particularly liked how Baker's dull and monotonous life is depicted through the use of grey clouds and rain, contrasted with sunny and bright moments. As we read the story, we see how Linus has trapped himself in a metaphorical box unnecessarily and unreasonably. This realization also prompts us to reflect on how we might have confined ourselves in similar ways.
I listened to this audiobook. It is easy to follow, and the narration does justice to this wonderful book. It's a warm and cozy book I recommend to everyone.