House in the Cerulean Sea (Klune) - Book Reviews

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(Starred reviewed) Quirk and charm give way to a serious exploration of the dangers of complacency in this delightful, thought-provoking Orwellian fantasy…. By turns zany and heartfelt, this tale of found family is hopeful to its core. Readers will revel in Klune’s wit and ingenuity.
Publishers Weekly


As Linus gets to know the six children and their caretakers, he witnesses the strong bonds between them and the unique community they've created.… A delightful tale about chosen families, and how to celebrate differences. —Laurel Bliss, San Diego State Univ. Lib.
Library Journal


This is a sweet narrative about the value of asking questions and the benefits of giving people (especially children) a chance to be safe, protected, and themselves, regardless of what assumptions one might glean from, say, reading their case file.
Booklist


Klune has a knack for creating endearing characters, and readers will grow to love Arthur and the orphans alongside Linus. Linus himself is a lovable protagonist despite his prickliness…. [F]ans of quirky fantasy will eat it up. A breezy and fun contemporary fantasy.
Kirkus Reviews