Rating: 5/5 stars

Please see my goodreads account for a full breakdown of the rating scale.

I extend my gratitude to NetGalley for providing an excerpt of "Somewhere Beyond the Sea."

Returning to the captivating world of Marsyas Island has been an absolute delight. The narrative, as glimpsed through Arthur Parnassus' point of view in the excerpt, promises a captivating journey.

Right from the start, I found myself immersed in laughter alongside the vibrant cast of characters. There's a sense of impending emotional depth that hints at heartbreak, adding layers of anticipation to the unfolding story.

My eagerness to dive into the complete book has only heightened after this initial taste. I look forward to exploring the full narrative and revisiting my impressions to update my rating accordingly.

Can't wait to be able to read this whole story, this is a book that I have been waiting for. The House in the Cerulean Sea was a surprising favorite of mine and this author has quickly become a favorite as well.

To be completely honest, I didn't realize this was an excerpt or I wouldn't have requested it. I really don't want to read this until I can read the full book. However, I will say that TJ Klune is an auto-buy for me and there could be a thousand books in the Cerulean universe and they would all be my favorite. :D

I loved this island Klune made from the other book! As soon as I started reading, all the characters came flooding back to me. I can’t wait to read the rest of this book!

I am completely in love with this book and I can't wait to read the entire story!

It has everything I loved about the first book, but yet, it still feels fresh and new.

Book Review!

Somewhere beyond the sea by TJ Klune

4 / 5 ⭐️


I can't begin to express how lovely it was to be reconnected with these characters. As always, TJ Klune pulled my heartstrings and made me feel goopy.

I loved that the first part of this book was a bit of a prequel that lead into a sequel. This is the first time I've come across something like this and although I was hesitant in the beginning I really enjoyed it.

These characters exude acceptance, thoughtfulness and love. And the cliffhanger! I'm so hopeful there's more to this story.

I absolutely adore everything TJ Klune. I don’t think any book I’ve ever read by this author has kept me dry eyed. Every book is filled with magic and hope. This is not exception.

I cannot wait to read the rest. I will absolutely keep recommending this author to everyone.

Loved this little taste of our favorite found family! I’m excited to learn more about Arthur. He and Linus are just so darn cute!

I was very excited to receive an arc of Somewhere Beyond the Sea (Excerpt) by TJ Klune. The story picks up years after the first and opens following Arthur and Linus. They have a home for magical children but things don't seem easy and there are hints of some of the radicalization we are seeing in our government. Being an excerpt it really was nothing more than a giant tease. If the first few chapters are anything to go by Somewhere Beyond the Sea is set up to be an amazing sequel.
I received an arc and am leaving this review of my own volition.

Didn't see the excerpt portion when requesting. But now I'm beyond excited for this release.

Thank you for the early peek into the next book in this world.

Somewhere Beyond the Sea reignites the cozy charm of the beloved characters, evoking all the feels and emotions. With a new conflict on the horizon, this teaser leaves you eagerly anticipating the rest of the book, ready to dive back into the heartwarming world you love.

Such a good excerpt! Can't wait to read the rest of this book. I love TJ Klune books and am really looking forward to the rest. Engaging and such a great story!

Thank you NetGalley and TJ Klune!

Thanks to Netgalley & Tor Publishing Group for the E-ARC excerpt! Loved so much!! I am so excited to read this book in full when it's released. An amazing sequel!!

I can already tell by the first few chapters that I'm going to love this book! It has some of my favorite characters, a beautiful setting, and so many life lessons!

TJ Klune writes the most heartwarming and heartbreaking character and stories. There is so much love, skill and nuance in his work. I’m so happy to be back on the island, especially with my Chauncey. I can’t wait to continue the story.

I read an excerpt of the book, and I am so excited to read the rest of it, Cerulean Sea was such a nice cozy but still interesting fantasy and I think this one will be the same.

Thank you NetGalley and Tor Publishing for this opportunity!

The first four chapters were amazing! I can’t wait to read the full book. I loved the first book in the series, too, and this excerpt makes me excited for the rest.

I had the privilege of getting to read an excerpt of Somewhere Beyond the Sea, and after just four chapters, I'm already convinced it's a five-star read. TJ Klune masterfully deepens our connection with beloved characters, navigating them through a world filled with adversity yet they find moments of courage and joy. The story seems poised to explore the bravery of standing up for what's right in the face of hateful opposition—a timely and important theme. Laughter, tears, and a sense of perfection have marked my journey so far, leaving me anxiously anticipating the rest of this remarkable book.

A heartfelt thank you to TJ Klune, TOR books and NetGalley for this opportunity; this promises to be my favorite read of the year.

Huge thank you to Netgalley for this sneak peek of TJ Klune’s “Somewhere Beyond the Sea.” Since the moment I heard Klune was writing a sequel to “The House in the Cerulean Sea”, it’s been at the very top of my list of upcoming books. Spoiler alert: if this excerpt was any indication, the sequel is going to live up to the hype! Arthur, Linus, Zoe, and the whole gang feel like friends I’m catching up with after too long being away from each other. September 2024 can’t come fast enough!

I was so disappointed when I realized this was just an excerpt!! (My fault for not reading the title tho). I CANNOT wait to finish this book (further review to come when that happens)