this was just a taster of the book (not what I thought I Was requesting, so that was a bummer) but I am excited to get to read the full book. love that we got a sequel!! loved cerulean sea so much! TJ Klune creates such great worlds and characters.

This series is my favorite of all time. I love this world. I love these characters. I love TJ's writing. 10 out of 5 stars!

Jumping back into this world with these characters was such a wonderful experience. I love that we explored Arthur Parnassus' POV more and learned about his backstory. I loved seeing the children and Linus through his eyes.

In this story Arthur has to defend his home for his children in court and it is of course twisted around back on him. But this little family still finds a way to persevere and love. They love so much that they bring in a new child to the family and David the Yeti is unlike any of the children so far. But they all do their best to make sure David feels accepted and welcome.

This world feels like a soft place to land when the world is hard. And I love it so so so very much.

TL;DR: if you loved THE HOUSE IN THE CERULEAN SEA, chances are you will also love SOMEWHERE BEYOND THE SEA. I loved both, and would read additional adventures set in this universe. This one was almostttttttt too cute for its own good, but Klune walks a very (VERY) fine line.

A wonderful continuation and closure to a lovely series. TJ Klune magically weaves so many important themes into a magical cozy story of found family. I have yet to meet a person who does not like this series. A crowd pleaser and perfect read for all.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

This was only an excerpt that was available. I did end up buying a physical copy because I had to know what would happen! The beloved characters from book one were back and had their usual sassy banter and personalities that make us adore them. The set up of this book was enjoyable right off the bat. I cannot wait to read the whole book now that I own it, and maybe even after a reread of the house in the cerulean sea.

I absolutely cannot wait to continue this book, and am so thankful to have been able to read this excerpt. This book is shaping up to be a favorite, and a wonderful continuation of the series.

Klune’s writing always feels like a warm hug, and I love that while his stories are always cozy, magical, and heartfelt, he also isn’t afraid to tackle hard issues and themes. I also loved being back with these characters - will absolutely be recommending this book to others as a great follow-up to book one.

I thought this was a perfectly enjoyable sample. Perhaps lacking some of the same charm as the previous novel. I'd need to read the rest of the book to know for sure.

This was a great preview of the book and made me even more excited to read the full book. It takes place not too long after the events of the first book. I loved the return to the house with Arthur and Linus and all the kids.

I love this book, I love all his writing, I got it on NetGalley, and also purchased it because I love it so much. I have never been disappointed by Klune, and that streak remains. Excellent pacing, such a lovely plot, characters are so ... perfect. Love to see great writers do so well.

My favorite characters are back—and I should have loved it! But I didn’t. This book, sadly, wasn’t written to continue the story, but to just get an agenda across. I will forever love the characters, but if I got so tired of Arthur spewing some one-liner about peace and love and acceptance. That same message came across in the first book without having to be blatantly thrown in your face.

Cannot explain to you the joy I felt reading this book I didn't know how desperately I needed and just revisiting these characters who felt more like friends that people on a page. "The House in the Cerulean Sea" remains my favorite book, but this was a beautiful follow up to it. A different tone from it's predecessor, but with the same raw beauty that "House" had. Honored to have gotten more story from this world that I didn't know I needed but definitely did.

I really enjoyed Somewhere Beyond the Sea. It is a great follow up to the first book. I had some difficulty getting into the book as easily as I did the first one. There are a lot more politics driving the story in this one and it lost my interest a bit in the third quarter of the book. I really enjoy the atmosphere that these books create and the love and care that Klune clearly puts into his subject matter.

It's definitely worth a read, especially if you enjoyed the first book.

Loved this one, definitley a favorite of mine, I love Klune, what he stands for, and what he will NOT be afraid to defend. Gay men writing about gay men will always be superior to a woman writing about gay men.

After falling in love with The House in the Cerulean Sea, I was overjoyed to meet up with these characters again and be back in their world. The sample was a lovely teaser and I have since purchased my own copy so I can finish reading the remainder.

Loved loved loved this addition to the story started in the first book. I loved the furthering of the world, the found family coming together, the symbolism of divide and hope despite it. A good read and would absolutely recommend, especially if you read the first.

TJ Klune never disappoints. I loved The House In The Cerulean Sea, so I was beyond excited to see that there was going to be a sequel. The first book was stronger than this one, but I was not disappointed by this one at all. Will be recommending to all. Thank you NetGalley and Tor Books for this ARC.

I love TJ Klune and try to read each one of his new releases. I was so happy to jump back in where House in the Serulean Sea left off. I feel that TJ Klune always writes in the definition of cozy and I highly recommend Somewhere Beyond the Sea.

I loved being back in this world and getting a lot more of Arthur’s background through his perspective. I absolutely loved the children in the first book, and I was so happy their personalities continued to shine in this one. Any part dealing with all of them and their antics was my favorite. The way Arthur lets them learn and work through problems is heartwarming and I loved the life lessons along the way. The found family theme continued and was done in a great way. Even though a couple parts could be long winded I still liked the emotions from the characters and the battle between Arthur and the government.

Thank you @netgalley @torbooks for the gifted copy.

Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune is a heartwarming and enchanting tale that beautifully combines elements of fantasy, romance, and self-discovery. Klune's storytelling is both captivating and tender, making this novel a delightful read from beginning to end.

One particularly magical moment in the book is when the protagonist, Liam, encounters a mysterious sea creature that changes his perspective on life and love. This scene is not only pivotal to the plot but also showcases Klune’s talent for creating vivid and imaginative worlds. The detailed description of the encounter, coupled with the emotional depth of Liam’s realization, leaves a lasting impression on the reader and propels the story into a realm of wonder and possibility.

Throughout the novel, Klune excels in developing multi-faceted characters who are both relatable and endearing. Liam’s journey from a lonely, disillusioned man to someone who embraces the extraordinary is both inspiring and heartwarming. The relationships he forms along the way, particularly with the enigmatic sea creature, are portrayed with such warmth and authenticity that readers can't help but become emotionally invested in his story.

This book is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant novel that will leave you with a sense of hope and wonder. TJ Klune has crafted a story that is not just to be read but to be cherished.

MY HEART!!!!! This sequel did not disappoint. It was like a warm hug from a familiar friend. It isn't often a sequel lives up to it's prequel but TJ Klune is no novice! I was enchanted and found the entire book to be a comfort.