The House in the Cerulean Sea
A NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, and WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER!
A 2021 Alex Award winner!
The 2021 RUSA Reading List: Fantasy Winner!
An Indie Next Pick!
One of Publishers Weekly's "Most Anticipated Books of Spring 2020"
One of Book Riot’s “20 Must-Read Feel-Good Fantasies”
Lambda Literary Award-winning author TJ Klune’s bestselling, breakout contemporary fantasy that's "1984 meets The Umbrella Academy with a pinch of Douglas Adams thrown in." (Gail Carriger)
Linus Baker is a by-the-book case worker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. He's tasked with determining whether six dangerous magical children are likely to bring about the end of the world.
Arthur Parnassus is the master of the orphanage. He would do anything to keep the children safe, even if it means the world will burn. And his secrets will come to light.
The House in the Cerulean Sea is an enchanting love story, masterfully told, about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place—and realizing that family is yours.
"1984 meets The Umbrella Academy with a pinch of Douglas Adams thrown in." —Gail Carriger, New York Times bestselling author of Soulless
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In the enchanting town of Salacia, nestled among rolling hills and blooming gardens, stands a peculiar and enigmatic house painted in vibrant cerulean blue. This is the House in the Cerulean Sea, an extraordinary orphanage for magical children, overseen by the enigmatic and enigmatic social worker Linus Baker.
Linus, a solitary and reserved man, finds himself thrust into this extraordinary world when he is assigned to evaluate the orphanage and its enigmatic inhabitants. From the moment he steps into the threshold, he is captivated by the magic that fills the air and the extraordinary children who call the house their home.
There is Arthur, the six-year-old green-scaled boy who has the ability to talk to animals; Zelda, the shy and timid girl who can manipulate shadows; and Sal, the mischievous and fiery spirit who possesses the power to control fire. Each child possesses unique and wonderful magical talents, and Linus finds himself drawn to their stories and the extraordinary bonds they share.
As Linus delves deeper into the lives of the children, he begins to question the rigid rules and regulations that govern the orphanage and the wider magical world. He encounters the enigmatic and captivating caretaker, Miss Eglantine Price, a woman with a mysterious past and an unwavering love for her charges. Together, they navigate the challenges and prejudices that surround them, fighting for the acceptance and understanding of the extraordinary children.
The House in the Cerulean Sea is a heartwarming and magical tale that celebrates the power of love, acceptance, and found family. Through Linus' journey, readers are reminded of the importance of embracing differences, challenging societal norms, and finding beauty in the unexpected.
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