New comments cannot be posted. We used to have a rescue, a Siberian husky, whom we named Lucy. Its the best book I read this yearand I suspect it will remain, always, one of the sweetest books I have ever read. Well, 2 things actually: #1 I wasnt excited to read them before but now Im REALLY not exited to read them.but I will! It was my daughters Spring Break and while I had every intention of still blogging, spending that extra time with my kids just felt so good. While people do gravitate towards colours for subjective reasons, and some don't even notice what colour they are wearing, it has become increasingly hard to distance yourself. Harry Potter isnt my thing, but I still enjoyed this book. An Indie Next Pick! So I stopped reading. [11] Other novels written by Klune include the queer werewolf series Green Creek, the queer superhero series The Extraordinaries, the contemporary romance How to be a Normal Person and the comedic fantasy series Tales from Verania. (LogOut/ Its the same reason why Mr Klune wrote the book, why I love the book, and why they hate the book. TJ Klune This person is the author of The House in the Cerulean Sea. At least Ill TRY. If you can distill a lovely day by the sea, your favourite song, and a warm hug by someone who loves you dearly into the form of a book, that book would be T. J. Klunes The House in the Cerulean Sea. Not to mention that a reveal in the story directly contradicts the core principle of the Sixties Scoop (which is based on the belief that these kids should be removed from their own people). This book reminds me of Harry Potter in so many ways. Fuck realism. Klune specifically explores how and why the actions and words of adults have long-term effects on children. The girl isnt levitating anything, its a metaphor for a hobby or belief that society doesnt approve of, or something she would get made fun of. About TJ. The heartwarming, imaginative story follows a caseworker on an island of magical youth. I hate books in this genre, I hate television shows in this genre, I HATE movies in this genre. 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These scratches are a history. This is a story about being brave, showing up as your true self, and seeing others for who they truly are. [21] Kirkus praises Klune for his art of creating enduring characters. Mild-mannered government caseworker Linus Baker is sent on a secret assignment to an island orphanage he's never even heard of. in Journalism from Marist College and previously wrote for BuzzFeed's Shopping and Products beat. Research shows a connection between kids' healthy self-esteem and positive portrayals in media. Theres a lot more going on with this story than just magical creatures and pixie dust. . The goal was for primarily white, middle-class families across Canada, the US, and even Europeto adopt these children. The House in the Cerulean Sea, Klune's first stand-alone novel published with the Macmillan Tor imprint, was partially inspired by the Sixties Scoop, where the Canadian government removed Indigenous children from their homes and placed them with unrelated white, middle-class families. Their caretaker is the charming and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus, who will do anything to keep his wards safe. And if I can offer any criticism of The House in the Cerulean Sea, its that the book is pure wish fulfillment. The House in the Cerulean Sea is a work of classic children's literature written for adults and children alike, with the perspective and delicacy of the modern day. Linus himself is a lovable protagonist despite his prickliness, and Klune aptly handles his evolving feelings and morals. He wanted to be able to write a novel that had an accurate representation of queer relationships, that were not stereotypical, instead were seen as relatable and positive. But the fact that there was a weapon of mass destruction in the body of a six-year-old and the world wasnt prepared was simply shocking. The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune, published 2020 *Mr. The Nusantara is made up of nusa (island) and antara (between) and describes the Southeast Asian archipelago that includes Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Papua New Guinea. For more on this challenge and why Im forcing myself to do it, read THIS POST**. On the long side for some middle grade readersbut a great choice for other kids who are reading above grade level but not ready for typical YA/adult content. Please tell me (warn me?) Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Sold. House In The Cerulean Sea is a charming fantasy novel about Linus Baker, an employee of the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. The opposite, if anything. Common Sense Media. Light me on fire, and I burn. TJ KLUNE is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling, Lambda Literary Award-winning author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, The Extraordinaries, and more. Locked post. (LogOut/ I loved how the author cleverly wove quantum physics into the story. The Alex Awards are given to books written for adults that have special appeal to young adults. And furthermore, Linus ethnicity was never clarified in the book, not even once. Published on Feb 13, 2023. Its the best book I read this yearand I suspect it will remain, always, one of the sweetest books I have ever read. When you buy through our links, Insider may earn an affiliate commission. 'Did he hurt you? This exclusive trade paperback edition of The House on the Cerulean Sea includes gorgeous full-color stenciled edges matching the beautiful cover design.. A NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, and WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER! 3 answers. So many people would agree with you! The argument for that accusation, if I follow their logic correctly, is that since Linus is a regular human interacting with an underclass of magic beings, he is a stand-in for white people (even though he has as much a chance of being white as Talia or Lucy, who are magical children). But the fact that there was a weapon of mass destruction in the body of a six-year-old and the world wasnt prepared was simply shocking. When Linus is unexpectedly summoned by Extremely Upper Management hes given a curious and highly classified assignment: travel to Marsyas Island Orphanage, where six dangerous children reside: a gnome, a sprite, a wyvern, an unidentifiable green blob, a were-Pomeranian, and the Antichrist. Tom Doherty Books. A message we need. And if I can offer any criticism of The House in the Cerulean Sea, its that the book is pure wish fulfillment. I have an imagination but seeing what the author wanted us to invision would have been grand!!! Now, while I am not white, I am also not an indigenous First Nation person either, and I dont think anyone should listen to me but just in case you are, I wish to say I believe one has to be deeply uncharitable to read such heinous crimes into Mr Klunes book. About the author (2021) TJ Klune is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling, Lambda Literary Award-winning author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, The Extraordinaries and more. Linus is chosen for his strict rule-following and thorough reports, so he's charged with investigating a peculiar foster home of magical children. Linus Baker This character is the main character; he is a caseworker at the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. At forty, he lives in a tiny house with a devious cat and his old records. There are many villains in the world, and I remain unconvinced that T. J. Klune is one of them. While our main character, Linus, has a narrative that starts off with a tinge of sadness, the book keeps this cozy feel throughout it. I am but paper. I am held up to the sun, and it shines right through me. Archived post. TJ Klune's book tells the story of children with magical abilities who have been removed from their families to live in an orphanage. are exposed, and Linus must make a choice: destroy a home or watch the world burn.An. It's also the people we choose to surround ourselves with" (281). Later in his childhood, he began writing original stories. As the home has been visited by caseworkers in the past, its inhabitants are worried about what Linus' presence could mean. Trivialising the tragedy by turning it into a feel good fantasy analogue story. Without the worlds knowledge. [10], Klune was nominated as an all-time favourite M/M author on the book review website Goodreads in 2017. He is also an advocate for better LGBTQ2+ representation in novel, wishing to see more asexual characters like himself reflected in books.[4]. View all posts by bookcoffeehappy. Learn more >. Change). [17][18], His stand-alone fantasy novel, The House in the Cerulean Sea, is a New York Times Best Seller and has been named by The Washington Post as one of 2020s Best Feel-Good Reads. Like-minded people building it up to a roar. Chapter 1. It wasnt easy to say goodbye to Lucy and leaving him with his newfound family when we moved our entire household from one island to another last year, and I cannot help but think of him as I read the explanation for Lucys name in T. J. Klunes The House in the Cerulean Sea. Fantasy and sci-fi reviews by a Malaysian book wyrm. ', "Linus shook his head. It may play in a well-trodden arena but it does so with an element of charm and joyfulness that feel ripe for adaptation to the screen. T. J. Klune's latest title could be the lovechild of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (Ransom Riggs) and a Nora Roberts' second chances, found family romance. I LOVED The Time Travelers Wife (read my thoughts HERE). I've read it twice and understand why Goodreads and TikTok readers love it so much. In fact, its a brilliant piece an of social commentary that insightfully tackles how otherness shows up in the so-called civilized world. The charming contemporary fantasy crossed genre thresholds to capture the . You can refer to the answers below. Informacin detallada del sitio web y la empresa: turkeyproperties4you.com, +905524485635 BEST TURKEY PROPERTIES|Turkey Properties/Villas in Fethiye-Ka-Kalkan You can like the book and the author and still feel uneasy about the inspiration. In much the same way, I think the people who have picketed and railed against The House of the Cerulean Sea in recent weeks probably also hold the sincere belief that they are doing something good and positive. The House in the Cerulean Sea is a fantasy novel by TJ Klune, published in March 2020. A dangerous task. I wish there were pictures of the 7 creatures. ', "'Like you're mad. A downtrodden bureaucrat goes a remote island populated by magical kids and their mysterious teacher, where his heart begins to unshrivel in unexpected ways, which is a treat to see. That moved. And it isnt even a particularly original idea (I mean, its practically just X-Men) and if he didnt talk about his inspirations, no one could even tell. No made up worlds, no moving statues, no levitating blocks, etc. Oh, he understood why there was secrecy and could even comprehend the need for it. It is wish-fulfillment. I have holes. And you know what? A magical island. Maybe I just find the idea of fantasy heroes being no different from you and I to be appealing, and can identify better with a protagonist who isonly able to do things that I can do. Love wins in this book. (LogOut/ I think it is also important to believe that no matter how imperfect or flawed we are, we are still capable of making meaningful changes to the world we live in. Pick a magical being and create the story of that person's discovery - how the person came to the notice of the Department. Now, I must say that Im disappointed that I just couldnt do it. By this point, I was reaaaaaaaally struggling to continue reading but forged through in hopes of expanding my literary genre comfort zone. Linus learns that home is more of a feeling than a place. In Priestley's . I stopped reading..but you shouldnt! It is idealistic to a fault. The messages about acceptance, loyalty, and tolerance are beautiful, as are the themes about embracing diversity and valuing people for their character. We welcome your feedback. Hiiii! Now, while I am not white, I am also not an indigenous First Nation person either, and I dont think anyone should listen to me but just in case you are, I wish to say I believe one has to be deeply uncharitable to read such heinous crimes into Mr Klunes book. He has been working the job for seventeen years, and now he is forty, rotund, and alone. The two had met for the first time in person one year earlier at the 2012 GayRomLit Conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I am held up to the sun, and it shines right through me. Pick it back up and please finish it! I cant help wondering ifthey even read the same book I did. And it was quite apparent to all who met him that Lucy is a boy and because we live in a deeply gendered society, people naturally wondered why we named him thatand I, naturally a troll, enjoyed everyones bafflement so much that I was not always forthright with the explanation. If we do not believe these half-lies, these fables, why do we even try? Great messages about being yourself, family, and courage, with humor and fun along the way! Travis John Klune (born May 20, 1982) is an American author of fantasy and romantic fiction featuring gay and LGBTQ+ characters. Being queer. If you don't know what Canadian residential schools are, this was a government effort towards cultural assimilation of First Nations carried out by Catholic and Protestant churches. As James Baldwin wisely noted "Children have never been very good at . [2] The book is about a man named Linus Baker who travels to Marsyas Island as a representative of the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. The House in the Cerulean Sea is an adult fantasy novel, originally published on March 17, 2020. There is a particular passage in The House in the Cerulean Sea that stuck with me and after everything that had transpired in the past few weeks for Mr Klune, it had taken on new significance. Set in a world much like our own ('50s music plays a big role), it's the tale of Linus Baker, a downtrodden, dutiful middle-aged bureaucrat who's spent his entire career toiling for DICOMY (Department In Charge of Magical Youth), which, in theory, is the government agency in charge of protecting assorted gnomes, sprites, wyverns and the like from mistreatment, violence, and death at the hands of humans. I tear. His novel Into This River I Drown won the Lambda Literary Award for Best Gay Romance in 2014. My absolute favorite part of this book is the appearance of one magical child named Lucy, who is (quite literally) the son of Satan. Just like I always tell all of you to do! I had promised you my thoughts on The House in the Cerulean Sea last weekhere they are today! Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. I believe that Mr Klune wrote this book with the sincere hope that he would be adding something good and positive to the world. Linus faints dead away on reading the first file, belonging to Lucy (short for Lucifer), the 6-year-old reputed to be the child of Satan, but as time passes and he investigates further, he starts, for the first time, to question some of the things Extremely Upper Management has been telling him about these kids. Linus is charged with a special assignment by Extremely Upper Management. The House in The Cerulean Sea by T.J Klune is a multi-award winner. The astonishing inhabitants he gets to know there will change his life and make him reassess everything he thought he knew. How Do I Protect My Young Child from Cyberbullying? And then around page 70ish there was a statue. They only knew because he informed them, and I daresay some of his haters only learned about the Sixties Scoop and residential schools because he chose to use his platform to talk about it. **This is book #1 of the reading challenge that I set up for myself. In 2013, he wrote a magical realist novel, Into This River I Drown, while processing the death of his father. Email us at reviews@insider.com. Linus Baker. But the children arent the only secret the island keeps. I listened to it on audio, where the voiceover artist gave each character their own voice. I tear. This book is amazing and delightful. As the narrative utilizes a limited third-person perspective, the reader's understanding of the world of the novel is filtered through him. *, *Subscribe with your email address to my blog (scroll all the way to the bottom of this page on mobile devices OR check the top right of this screen to enter your email address)*, *If you already have a blog, please follow mine*, *Like myFacebook page(and please comment on, like, and share my posts)*, *Clicking and buying products through my Amazon Affiliate links. Coincidentally, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about found families and islands, and it features someplace called the Marsyas Island Orphanage which is the home of an orphan named Lucyshort for Lucifer, for he is the Antichristwhere he lived with five other "dangerous" children: a gnome, a sprite, a wyvern, a were-Pomeranian, and a bellhop Also, an attraction that cannot be denied is building between him and Arthur Parnassus, though he's doing his best to deny it. Kindness beats all evil!! Liked the review. There's a lot of ignorant prejudice directed against the kids in this story. *, *Leaving a positive review on myFacebook page*, The ultimate list of my top book suggestions can be found HERE, The 12 best books I read in 2020 can be found HERE, I'm the blogger behind www.bookcoffeehappy.com! "1984 meets The Umbrella Academy with a pinch of Douglas Adams thrown in." Gail Carriger, New York Times bestselling author of Soulless Now, I shant go too deeply into the history of it all because there have been reams enough written about it but basically, Mr Klune said that while he already figured out the general plot about an Orwellian world where magical children face bigotry and discrimination just for merely existing, the story didnt become clear to him until he learned about the Sixties Scoop in Canada: beginning in the 1950s and continuing through the 1980s, indigenous children were taken from their homes and families and placed into government-sanctioned facilities, such as residential schools. For more information, please see our Maybe one of them doesnt like fantasy books and everyone else does lol. I just finished this book, and I loved it! House in the Cerulean Sea was a story born from the Sixties Scoop, which refers to Canada removing indigenous children from their own families and placing them into white families, which went on for about twenty years and is still having an effect today. Unusual, compelling tale sends girl, readers on grand quest. very right for the times. I am not much of a religion guy but I think it is important to have faith that no matter how unlikely it is, we can be anything we want. [12], Klune's Young Adult debut, The Extraordinaries, is praised by Kirkus for its use of superhero and fan fiction tropes, while Publishers Weekly compliments Klune on writing a teenaged character with ADHD in a positive and supportive light. 'I didn't do anything, really. SO. I have lines. An enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place--and realizing that family is yours. Kids with emotional needs are treated the same way. Take me in hardened hands, and I crumple. Linus Baker leads a quiet, solitary life. Linus Baker is a man leading an ordinary, boring life slaving away at his job as a case worker for orphanages under the care of the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. The orphanage is run by the mysterious Arthur Parnassus, with the assistance of the island's sprite, Zoe. In much the same way, I think the people who have picketed and railed against The House of the Cerulean Sea in recent weeks probably also hold the sincere belief that they are doing something good and positive. I suspect I am liable to dislocate a shoulder if I try to reach as far as that. He isnt taking up space, or trying to overshadow the voice of indigenous writers. The House in the Cerulean Sea is a breezy and endearing book, perfect for lovers of light, comedic fantasy. Already I wasnt into it but I decided to keep reading. Im so sorry I went a bit MIA last week. Reparations were paid by the Canadian government for this action in 2017. My Review of The House in the Cerulean Sea {TJ Klune}: So the book begins with a girl levitating blocks above her head. At forty, he lives in a tiny house with a devious cat and his old records. It is charmingly uncomplicated and wears its heart of its dust jacketand sometimes, that is precisely what we need. As to why there is a delay between the publishing of the book last year and the outrage this year, its because it was dredged up in the wake of the discovery of the remains of 215 First Nation children near Kamloops Indian Residential School last month and then the subsequent discovery of 751 unmarked graves at the Marieval Indian Residential School a few days ago. 400 pp. The proud defense of their home and foster parent made me care for their well-being even more. I teach high school emotional support. Klune's characters are vibrant and visceral in the most wonderful way I couldn't help but love each of their personalities and look forward to the pages where I'd learn more about their histories and hobbies. The House in the Cerulean Sea isn't really a gay romance, though the cover quote describes it as "like being wrapped up in a big gay blanket." There is attraction, yes, but it is not particularly physical or sexual. Imprint Publisher Tor Books ISBN 9781250217318 Reading Guide Organize a Book Club In The News A NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, and WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER! They only knew because he informed them, and I daresay some of his haters only learned about the Sixties Scoop and residential schools because he chose to use his platform to talk about it. As for the charge of trivialising an actual tragedy, I think one has to decide for themselves if a story can trivialise something it literally does not reference in the text at all, even though the author may have drawn inspiration from it. I get written on, and I can never be used again. The characters he meets there will steal your heart. As Linus's adventures at The House in the Cerulean Sea continue, both he and the reader are drawn into its world, delighted by its residents, and more and more inclined to doubt the prejudice that finds them so dangerous. Like-minded people building it up to a roar. Anyway, just through Id offer another perspective. [22] It was named one of Amazon's Best science fiction and fantasy books of 2020. Seeing the similarities of this event take place in the current-day Southern United States, Klune felt a need to write a story celebrating children's differences and to show the positive effects of giving children a safe and supportive place to be themselves. Your article is supremely well written, and I think you have a good idea of whats really going on. It is a power fantasy birthed by our own sense of powerlessness. enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about the profound. The story follows Linus Baker, a 40-year-old Case Worker from the Department in Charge of Magical Youths as he travels to this highly classified location, burdened with the task of figuring out if the children are being adequately cared for (and if they, particularly Lucy, are likely to bring about the end of the world). Second, to ask what damage did this book do to indigenous people is to trivialize indigenous peoples generational trauma. Coincidentally, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about found families and islands, and it features someplace called the Marsyas Island Orphanage which is the home of an orphan named Lucyshort for Lucifer, for he is the Antichristwhere he lived with five other dangerous children: a gnome, a sprite, a wyvern, a were-Pomeranian, and a bellhop (which is just about the only aspect of Chaunceys identity that is clear to us). And I understand why they did it. So what if I, an adult, want to indulge in a daydream in which my Sword of Destiny is my good intentions, and believeeven for just a few hundred pages that if I wield it sincerely and earnestly enough, I can defeat deeply entrenched systemic issues of bigotry and discrimination in just a couple of weeks? His young work in poetry and short stories were the first to be published. [2] Amazon noted Bear, Otter and the Kid as one of the top LGBTQ+ books of 2011.[10]. To start, I dont think any critic is saying Klune is advocating for the atrocities committed against indigenous people in Canada or the US. So the book begins with a girl levitating blocks above her head. A dangerous task. Linus suggests that perhaps some type of "extreme emotion state" triggered her powers. The book certainly offers some unique contributions within the fantasy and young adult genres, and it is backed . (LogOut/ That trauma may be impacted by the author expressly taking the crimes against their ancestors and turning them into a whimsical story where the victims (the magical beings/indigenous people) are happy in their boarding home. The House in the Cerulean Sea. Common Sense and other associated names and logos are trademarks of Common Sense Media, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (FEIN: 41-2024986). An enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected placeand realizing that family is yours. to read? We operate independently from our advertising team. But there arent any moving statues in this book. And you know what? What age is The House in the Cerulean Sea for? At forty, he lives in a tiny house with a devious cat and his old records. more Tor Books Paperback December 2020 400 Pages 9781250217318 Buy the Book $18.99 About the Author Praise Discussion Questions Excerpt By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. His fantasy novel The House in the Cerulean Sea is a New York Times best seller and winner of the 2021 Alex and Mythopoeic Awards. Its a fantastical story but one that has its feetsomewhatrooted in reality, compared to THITCS. 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And Mr Klunes detractors believe they are combating some harm that he is doing with his little fantasy novel. The House in the Cerulean Sea is brilliant and gentle, the narrative slipping on like a well-worn sweater while performing a certain magic that makes it all feel fresh. Daisy, 11, used her powers to throw a chair at another kid, Marcus. AvaChannary. the other 2 fantasy books that I will be (forcing myself?) Linus must set aside his fears and determine whether or not theyre likely to bring about the end of days. Powerful Stories About Martin Luther King Jr. Theyre a story. fantasy, this sounds like a truly fantastic read. It is sad, but I guess there's no point to morose. They tell things for others to read, but they only see the words, and not what the words are written upon. It is wish-fulfillment. Are you mad at me?' and our And it isnt even a particularly original idea (I mean, its practically just X-Men) and if he didnt talk about his inspirations, no one could even tell. 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