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

funny hopeful inspiring reflective 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

3.75

A cozy story that also gets deep into social issues. The young characters were my favourite part of the story; the adults really got on my nerves. I wasn't a fan of all the philosophical discussions (the dialogue wasn't realistic and tended to drag) and the way song lyrics were written into sentences. Other than that, the writing was wonderful. 

Cerulean was recommended as similar to The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches, but I prefer Witches as a cozy, comfort, found-family read.
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