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The House in the Cerulean Sea (Cerulean Chronicles, #1)

T.J. Klune

Start date: April 1, 2023

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Jun 26, 2022 Joy D rated it really liked it

Shelves: myths, magical-realism, reviewed, lgbt, xaucc, zzck, education, fantasy

Protagonist Linus Baker is an employee of DICOMY, the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. He is a case worker sent by “Extremely Upper Management” to make sure the Marsyas Island Orphanage is following the rules. These special magical children are viewed by the local village as being unruly and dangerous. Linus is diligent about rule-following and is being used by DICOMY to produce the outcome they desire. As Linus gets to know the magical beings and the adults in charge, he is changed by the ...more

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Oct 04, 2021 Melissa rated it did not like it

Its obvs just me cuz I've tried to read this book 2x now and just DNF. Every page is a struggle.... ...more

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Jun 12, 2021 Lisa rated it it was amazing

This wonderful book will stick with me. I loved the quirky characters and the magical elements. It had a deeper level in exploring how children can be demonized and feared when they show distress in various ways after rough beginnings in life. There was so much love and wisdom in this book. The audio version was done really well. I look forward to exploring the author’s other books.

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