*I got this ARC from Netgalley, though this is just an excerpt from Somewhere Beyond The Sea. *
The band of characters in The House In The Cerulean Sea and this sequel bring me so much joy. I love the world TJ Klune has created. These stories carry so much meaning and emotion. This excerpt has me thirsting for more and even more anxious for September.
If you haven't read The House In The Cerulean Sea you need right now! Then make sure you pick up Somewhere Beyond the Sea on September 10th!
Thank you @torbooks, @netgalley, and TJ Klune for the opportunity to read this excerpt! If you want to send me the rest I would be more than happy to read it early!

The House in the Cerulean Sea was one of my very favorite books of 2023. I was so thrilled to received the first few chapters of the book from NetGalley.
These few chapters brought a smile on my face and all of the emotions back so soon. I’m so thrilled the children are back as I adored each of their personalities.

This story is from Arthur’s POV and his story. Arthur is summoned by to make a testimony of his dark past. He is fighting for the future of his family and all of the magical people.

I cannot wait to read the rest of the story. I know I’m going to love it so much and it’s going to make me just as emotional as the first. I do hate that I have to wait for the rest!!

I received a sample (first 5 chapters) of this book to review through NetGalley.

If you enjoy Klune, you’ll love this book. The humor is there, the detailed and relatable characters are back and then some, the initial plot moves quickly which makes it easy to get into. This book almost feels like cozy fantasy in the beginning. The conflict in the story seems to revolve around the government driven injustice towards magical people. It seems like a relevant and logical way to expand the story.

I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the story and seeing where the story goes.

As soon as I began I was immediately transported back to the world I hadn’t realized I missed so much. The quirky characters and their stories jump off the page, they are so dynamic and enjoyable. I am beyond excited for the full book and can’t wait to read more about this cast and their adventures.

I truly enjoyed The House in the Cerulean Sea and was excited to see an excerpt available for its sequel. Somewhere Beyond the Sea is written well and takes the reader right back to the house with magical children. I was drawn in immediately and the end of the excerpt left me wanting to read more. All of the characters are so lovely and the author uses great imagery and imagination in his writing. I cannot wait to get a copy of Somewhere Beyond the Sea to see where the rest of the story leads.

This excerpt is a treat. It felt like coming home after a long hard day. The House In the Cerulean Sea is one of my favorite books of all time and getting to visit the characters again felt so good. I absolutely love the kids personalities and the birt party was so perfect in every way. I can’t wait for the full release of this book

Fabulous already!! I missed the word "excerpt" when I requested the book, so imagine my disappointment when I got to the end of Chapter 4 and that was all there was. I dove right back into the world of Arthur and Linus and all the children, and reading this short bit has made me even more excited for the whole book to be released later this year. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC!

I have been eagerly awaiting this book and getting this sneak peak only made me even more excited! It took no time to feel right at home with Arthur, Linus and the kids. I'm so intrigued about where this story is going to go and what developments will take place. I can't wait to get my hands on the whole book!

I recently read the The House in the Cerulean Sea and absolutely loved it. When I found out I was able to read an excerpt of the second book, I became giddy as all get out!!

Reading Somewhere Beyond the Sea really brought me back to another world; a fun and beautiful one. I am so glad to see the children are still being bright, funny, and wonderful! I absolutely LOVED the birthday scene (aka BIRT)! I thought it was so adorable and hilarious. Was truly my favorite part of the excerpt. Definitely got left on a cliffhanger, so I cannot WAIT to read the rest.

I'll be waiting on pins and needles until the full book is released.

Was I bummed that this wasn't the full book? Yes. So much. Because how am I supposed to wait four more months now?!?! I am so excited to see what else happens after this excerpt and already know this will be a top fave of the year. So happy to be heading back into this world with these endearing characters.

This Review is only based upon the excerpt provided by NetGally and the Publisher for approximately 70 pages of digital content.
I cannot wait for the full length release of this book if the excerpt is a brief glimpse. Not only do we get to glimpse Arthur as he returns to the house before he and his found family reestablish the strange orphanage by turning old wounds into new and magical memories; we see the present, and Arthur, Linus, and the magical children and new obstacles they now have to work through to protect themselves and their home. We may only get a few peeks into what the true journey may be and what will unfold, but I cannot wait to see how resilient they are when fighting for the ones they love.

I am absolutely giving this excerpt 5* because I am so excited to finish reading the rest. September cannot come soon enough!

Thank you so much to the author and the publisher for this sample in exchange for an honest review!

I cannot wait to dive back into this world. This sample was not nearly long enough, and reinforces my decision to have preordered this book months ago, when it was first announced. September cannot come soon enough!

Thank you Tor and Netgalley for the preview! Took my right back to the House in the Cerulean Sea. The excerpt was lovely and I’m just biding my time for my preorder to come in. I need more.

I was so excited to read the excerpt for this and TJ Klune did not disappoint. Based on the chapters I was provided, I firmly believe this will be my new favourite of his books. Reading this felt like coming home and reuniting with those you love, which is a testament to TJ’s talents in strong character development and storytelling. Now if only one of the magical kids could speed time up so I can devour this whole book now!

Thank you Tor Publishing Group, TJ Klune and NetGalley for the advanced excerpt of this incredible story.

Tantalizing teaser, brought me right back to why I loved the first book and why I know many of us are excited to return to these characters and also the feeling of this world. Thank you for the early teaser read!

It is so lovely to have read a sequel that feels like the warmest and coziest hug just like the first book. The Marsyas gang has the ability to make my heart flutter no matter how long it’s been since I last experienced their world and read about them.

The first 3 chapters are full of nostalgia and spurts of growth and absolute sweetness. However, as the 4th chapter ends we get into the nitty-gritty of the story's plot. And boy, I can tell it’s going to be a good one. September can NOT come soon enough!

Thank you Tor and Netgally for the excerpt!🫶🏻

The highly awaited follow-up to The House in the Cerulean Sea is scheduled for release this September! I had the privilege of receiving an early excerpt, so while I can't provide a detailed review just yet, I can share that the story continues shortly after the events of its predecessor. Arthur Parnassus and Linus Baker find themselves caring for the charming and lively magical children of their unique orphanage on Marsyas Island, living out their ideal scenario. However, when Arthur is summoned to the city to testify about his own troubled history, a new challenge emerges. I thoroughly enjoyed this excerpt and eagerly anticipate the full release! Many thanks to Tor Publishing for providing the advanced excerpt in exchange for my honest (and early) thoughts.

An incredible first peek at this highly anticipated novel. As expected, the excerpt is bursting with charm and the storytelling is top notch.

No notes! Perfection.

Suuuuper excited to have read an excerpt of this book thanks to NetGalley!! The first four chapters felt like warm sun on my face after weeks of rain- I am beyond excited to read about Arthur protecting his family (and stand up for all magical beings), gett more of the Marsyas gang’s stories and adventures and immerse myself in TJ Klune’s beautiful writing and story-telling.

LOVED this excerpt and cannot WAIT for the full book - trademark Klune writing full of wit and heart with characters we already love.