Somewhere Beyond the Sea

Bookseller recommendation

“TJ Klune has done it again. Continuing the story of the magical youth of Marsyas and their caregiver Arthur, Somewhere Beyond the Sea, which I admit I call Cerulean the Second because of the persistence of earworms, thank you, Lucy, takes it charmingly into dual narrator, with Arthur providing some of the story as well as Linus. This is already a comfort reread full of read aloud character bits, and all the joys and mess of a home, really building a *home*, for seven children the likes of which the world has never seen.”

— Lisa • Bookmarks

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“Somewhere Beyond the Sea might be the sequel TJ Klune never intended to write, but it is all the more powerful for it. Beginning with a Birt celebration (ie birthday party), readers are welcomed back to the island of Marsyas and into the wonderfully eclectic family that lives there. From the joy of discovering an extra special button, to the wonder of captaining an adventure at sea, this is a place where being different is to be celebrated. Klune’s writing is beautifully poignant and vulnerable, reminding us that even though we all have spiders in our brains at times, and especially when we might want to hide, the more we find strength in family and community the more of a difference we can make.”

— Jenni • Mysterious Galaxy Books

Bookseller recommendation

“ TJ Klune has done it again. Continuing the story of the magical youth of Marsyas and their caregiver Arthur, Somewhere Beyond the Sea, which I admit I call 'Cerulean the Second' because of the persistence of earworms, thank you, Lucy, takes it charmingly into dual narrator, with Arthur providing some of the story as well as Linus. This is already a comfort reread full of readaloud character bits, and all the joys and mess of a home, really building a *home*, for seven children the likes of which the world has never seen. ”

— Lisa • Bookmarks

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“Delightful, heartbreaking and healing for anyone who’s ever been told they’re less than for being a little different.”

— Emily • The Traveling Book Bus

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“There is no other book in existence that could be a more perfect example of how to be human. This book is beautiful, endearing, tender, witty, and a tearjerker. A perfect sequel to House in the Cerulean Sea, full of all the sweet characters we fell in love with. At time when many of us feel there is no hope for humanity, this pair of books will restore your faith.”

— Jill • Four-Eyed Frog Books

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“Just as amazing as The House in the Cerulean Sea! A well written and absolutely fantastic story of found family, love, and overcoming obstacles. ”

— Anne • The Traveling Book Bus

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“This is a perfect continuation from House in the Cerulean Sea. The story picks up with Linus and Arthur travelling to speak to The Department in Charge of Magical Youth about their children. Things go awry and soon they are met on their doorstep by a new case manager determined to destroy their lives. This book is a beautiful depiction of the love a chosen family can have and how you can help change the world through acceptance and care. A MUST READ FOR EVERYONE!This is also an amazing audiobook!”

— Dani • Bright Side Bookshop

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“This book was amazing. ”

— Nate • Rooted Books & Gifts

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“A beautiful return to the Cerulean Sea. An uplifting story about the fight to be who you are in the face of those who want to tell you who you ‘should’ be and put you in a box of their own design. ”

— Layne • Reads by the River

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“One of my most anticipated reads of the year. I couldn’t wait for another magical trip to Marsyas island! A heartwarming and whimsical hug for your soul! I don’t think I’ve loved and cared for fictional characters like this before! ”

— Lindsey • The Traveling Book Bus

Bookseller recommendation

“Of course there are bad days in the continuation of this beautiful story due to the ever lingering threat of the Department in Charge of Magical Youth, but they joy of this book - the magical moments of connection and love - that happen between the hard moments are so encouraging and lovely. Plus nothing could have prepared me for the absolute delight of watching Arthur and Linus managing a house full of magical children - many of whom are now in the throes of puberty ❤️”

— Kerry • Anderson's Bookshop

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“What a wonderful delightful return to Marsyas Island! You’ll be charmed by the story and the narration.”

— Terri • Swamp Fox Bookstore