Is an excerpt enough to give a book 5 stars? When it comes to Somewhere Beyond the Sea, I'm confident that the answer is YES! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I’m not going to lie; I 100% missed the word “excerpt” in the description and was upset when I realized I’d only get to read 4 chapters (🤣😭), but those chapters reminded me how much I love The House in the Cerulean Sea, and they confirmed that this sequel will be well worth the wait.

If you haven’t read the first book yet, you’re going to want to do that ASAP… and then you’re going to want to add this one to your TBR 🌊 (fingers crossed NetGalley adds the entire book- I CAN wait until September, but I wanna dive right into this one immediately!!)

Thank you to NetGalley & Tor for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

There happens to be something about the magic of a Klune book that activates my tear ducts and my smile lines at the same time.
I was forced to take a breather after Chapter 2 because I was just so overwhelmed with being back in this story.
It seems like Arthur and Linus are about to go on a heavy journey, and I'm glad we get to watch these precious children grow and learn about standing up and fighting for themselves and others like them.
I know it was only an excerpt, but the emotional pull I feel from these characters already is as if I've known them for thousands of pages.

The way I clicked request the SECOND I saw this up, even as an excerpt. I love being in this world, the four chapters put such a smile on my face but made me worry so much about Arthur! I really cannot wait to read the whole thing and cry all over again, just as I did with House.

5 stars

Well, wishful thinking triumphed over close reading, and I definitely requested this expecting the entire novel, but hey. I'm not going to look a gift wyvern in the mouth, you know?

I love _The House in the Cerulean Sea_ and CANNOT WAIT to read _Somewhere Beyond the Sea_ in its entirety. Arthur is back, of course, as is his household of merry magical misfits, and if these first four chapters are any indication, this is going to be another banger.

Strong start with the promise of many dozens of riveting chapters to follow!

What a TREAT to be back in this world!!! This 4 chapter excerpt put a massive smile on my face multiple times. Such a joy to be back with Arthur and Linus and the magical children! I am eagerly and anxiously awaiting the full novel!

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced excerpt of this novel to read in exchange for an honest review.

Having just read the first four chapters of this book I can say that I was already drawn in the same way I was when I read The House in the Cerulean Sea. I read that book in one afternoon and enjoyed it so much I rated it five stars. While I can't give this book five stars without reading it in its entirety I can say that based on the first four chapters it is worth four and quite likely five. It has all the same charm and vibrancy of the first novel and I'm looking forward to getting to finish it. If anything the stakes felt higher in this excerpt and I'm very excited to find out what's in store for Arthur, Linus and the children.

I'll be back with an updated rating and review after I've finished the entire novel.

I wanted to say a major thank you to the team for sending me this Excerpt ARC! I cannot wait to read the full book!!

Somewhere Beyond the Sea felt like coming home after a long vacation. The excerpt was full of Klune's classic warmth, and comfort. It brought me so much joy to read about my favorite characters in a new light! I thoroughly enjoyed where the story was headed and I'm eager to how things progress!

Thank you Mr. Klune for bringing this amazing cast of characters back into our lives!! And thank you to TOR publishing group for providing this 4 chapter ARC excerpt. It has made me SO excited for the full book in September, it cannot come soon enough! I think we are all in for quite the wild ride with this one… better buckle up

I find it hard to review just an excerpt, but I will do my best!

I was excited to get a taste of this world again because I loved House in the Cerulean Sea so much. I can't even begin to say how ecstatic I was to receive this excerpt. Diving back into this world and these characters that have come to mean so much to me was a dream. I was also nervous because I didn't know what to expect, but I quickly lost all nerves once I started reading.

I love the prologue with Arthur. I felt it was a little choppy but overall it was a great inclusion, especially with how the excerpt left off, it seems his past is going to become a major focus in this book.

The first few chapters were like a warm hug. I loved seeing the kids and what shenanigans they were getting up to. It was so fun I forgot I was reading.

The last chapter is where the plot starts to come to fruition and the reader starts to realize there is more going on than what we are led to believe.

I honestly have so many questions. I'm so intrigued by where this book is going to go with what little is given. I need more! Its also hard to give a review based on what's provided because its more of a teaser and I'm left with so. Many. Questions!

Other than the prologue, every chapter felt smooth and flowed well. The first two chapters were so comforting and warm. The pacing was great. I love the build-up that's happening. It was only four chapters and a prologue but it got me hooked! I couldn't put it down and am sad I can't continue.

Thank you so much to Netgalley and Tor for this excerpt. And please, please consider me if you make the full book available!

I did not realize this was just an excerpt when I requested it . . . what a cruel surprise! This excerpt included an introduction and the first four chapters of the novel. I love Klune's writing and cannot wait to read the entire book!

This book seems really good and interesting. I do wish it was the full book and not an excerpt though. It kind of sucked to only get 4 chapters.

This was a great teaser! I can’t wait to read the whole book and give my full review. TJ Klune does not miss!

A short little look into the sequel to The House in the Cerulean Sea. I loved returning to this world and the adorable kids - really hoping it continues the cozy atmosphere! Loved that everyone was reintroduced a little bit as a refresher. Can't wait to read the rest of the book!

Absolutely lovely but nowhere near long enough to satisfy me! I’ve missed these characters and I’m so excited to be back with them for a full length story soon. Only four chapters in and it’s clear that Klune has once again created something really special.

A nice little teaser for the book - I'm intrigued by the plot, but I am a bit worried that I won't be engaged by the conflict. What I liked about the first book was the cozy, tucked-away nature of the setting, so it will be interesting to return to the city. I also think it was smart to reintroduce the characters at the beginning because if I told you I remembered each kid, I'd be lying.

Don’t you wish you were here?

Oh this felt like sinking into your coziest blanket and slippers after a long day. I SCREECHED when I found out I was approved for the ARC, and then a different SCREECH when I realized it was just an excerpt. I was hesitant about returning to the house on the cerulean sea, wondering if it would feel the same. Had the characters changed? Had I changed? Obviously yes, but that’s not a bad thing!

The prologue intro into the title had me misty eyed with familiarity. I am very excited to see the journey our characters go on; we have both familiar and unfamiliar settings very early on. One thing is for sure, TJ Klune knows how to write a warm hug in book form. I honestly can’t wait to read the rest of it!

Thanks to Tor and NetGalley for the ARC excerpt of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Returning to Marsas Island and the odd, wonderful children under the care of Arthur Parnassus, this little excerpt was an entire joy. Linus is settling in and feeling like a dad. Arthur and Linus are about to leave the island to speak against the government regulations that "protect" the magical community, that really hurt the magical community. I was late to work to read this as soon as I was approved for this.

I am so eager to read the rest of this book. Five stars is never enough for a TJ Klune book.

Thank you, deeply, to Tor and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC excerpt of this book in exchange for my honest (eager) review.

Hoooo my goodness I screamed upon my approval and then crushed it immediately. Cannot wait to carry on with my journey of this beautiful story

I’m literally frothing at the mouth for the rest of the book!!!!!! Oh my god I need more as soon as possible!!

The Excerpt was fantastic. I need more. I didn't realize I was missing this little family. As soon as I got to chapter one it was like coming Home. The warmth and love was right there waiting. Now I need more.