Having devoured the first four chapters of Somewhere Beyond the Sea, the second book in the Cerulean Chronicles, I am absolutely enchanted. TJ Klune masterfully weaves a narrative filled with warmth, humor, and the comforting familiarity of a found family. The vivid, childlike wonder infused in his writing provides a healing balm, reminiscent of his previous work, The House in the Cerulean Sea.
The characters are just as charming and endearing as ever, with moments that had me laughing out loud—especially the witty and whimsical dialogue from the children. Klune's world is one that pulls you in completely, offering solace and joy in equal measure.
If the first four chapters are any indication, this book is going to be another heartwarming gem. I can't wait for the full release in September. Highly recommended for fans of urban fantasy and stories that feel like a warm hug.

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I've been so excited for this book and this preview has made me even more excited to read the full book!

Oh I just love being back with these characters. TJ Klunes writing is like a warm hug, like being in a cosy cafe surrounded by all the things you love! That’s the only way I can describe it. These characters are so diverse, unique, interesting and intriguing. I cannot wait to read the rest of the book just so I can with these characters and immersed in this world a bit longer.

I am so happy to have been granted access to this title, and to be back in Klunes fantastic world in the cerulean sea. The sample ended on such a cliffhanger that I am desperate for the book to come out to see where it goes.

i am so happy to be back in this world with some of my most beloved characters!

the first book is one of my favourites of all time because of how found family is portrayed and the loving and warm writing style, and from this sample i know this sequel is going to be just the same!

Absolutely loved being back in this world. The chapters with the children were golden. They've all become a wonderful family. I'm keen to see how the story goes on; the sample ended with a cliffhanger.

I so wish this had been the entire book because now I have to wait for it to be released and I've never been great at waiting for things!
However this sampler just reinforced what a wonderful writer TJ Klune is and what a brilliantly vivid world he can create ..

Gutted that this was only the first four chapters but it has definitely made me look forward to the release of Somewhere Beyond the Sea even more.

I had the pleasure of receiving the first four chapters of this from Pan Macmillan through NetGalley. It was amazing to dive back into the cosy fantasy vibes with the sequel to the house in the cerulean sea and see the children again. I loved the chaotic vibes from Lucy and the wholesomeness of the other children. These first 4 chapters were great and I can’t wait to read the rest of the book when it is released. I’m so excited to learn more about Arthur and his past as well as the future of all magic people.

I didnt realise this was only a sample so that was disappointing. I didnt read this as would prefer to wait for the whole book.

Unable to give much of a review since this was only a short sampler - something that I realized only after I reached the end of a text, which I guess is completely my fault since it does mention in the description that this is a sampler.
Neverthless, whatever I read in that one hour, I really enjoyed and I can't wait for the complete book to be out soon.

such a lovely continuation of the first book, i can't wait for the rest of it! it set up some really good threads like linus and arthur's relationship, the children growing up and learning about the world, and helen and zoe's relationship. also it presented the idea of trauma in a hopeful and accessible way. the release date can't come sooner!!

Amazing just wished it was the full book!

Feels amazing being wrapped back up in the beautiful cosy blanket of this world

I was so obsessed with house in the cerulean sea and the sequel is not going to disappoint! It took me a hot minute to figure out what was happening with the time line but once I’d figured it out I loved it! I’m so excited to be back with the gang and I can’t wait for this release! Most adorable duology ever!

It’s so exciting to get back into this world. I loved the House on the Cerulean Sea and this is a great sample. I can’t wait to read the full book!

Oh goodness how I wish this was a full book. In such a small amount of pages, all the feelings I experienced through Cerulean were evoked.

This is going to be incredible. I feel it in my bones and I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy.

I NEED it

Thank you to net galley/publisher for providing a sampler arc of this book.

This sampler has made me very excited for the full release and I cannot wait to see what unfolds for the characters. the writing is beautiful and I just really want more.

Will definitely need to go back and re-read the first one before the full release of this one.

I won't give a star rating at present as it would be unfair to rate a book based upon 72 pages of a story that is just starting.

Dear lord, I LOVE the look of this book. I almost didn’t want to read these chapters because the thought of stopping was just too sad. I slipped straight back into remembering why I loved the first book so much. They’re all there and fab. Can’t wait to read the whole thing in September!

I didn't realise this was just a sample so that was incredibly disappointing. That said, what I read, I really enjoyed! TJ Klune continues the story of our found family in the same inimitable style

I was excited to be gifted a copy of this but soon realised it was just a sample (the first few chapters) so it's difficult to give a rating.
Happy to be back on the cosy island with Arthur and Linus and get a sneak peek into the new escapades of the children. Eager to get the full copy to find out what happens next. Thanks netgalley for the arc.