The House in the Cerulean Sea

Author: Klune, Travis

Of specific Gay interest

Published on 16 September 2021 by PAN MACMILLAN (Tor) in the United Kingdom as part of 'the Cerulean Chronicles' series.

Paperback | 400 pages
131 x 198 x 28 | 274g

A cosy, enchanting story about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place – and realizing that family could be yours. The House in the Cerulean Sea is an uplifting, heart-warming fantasy from TJ Klune.

‘I loved it. It is like being wrapped up in a big gay blanket. Simply perfect’ – V. E. Schwab, author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRueLinus Baker leads a quiet life. At forty, he has a tiny house with a devious cat and his beloved records for company. And at the Department in Charge of Magical Youth, he’s spent many dull years monitoring their orphanages.

Then one day, Linus is summoned by Extremely Upper Management and given a highly classified assignment. He must travel to an orphanage where six dangerous children reside – including the Antichrist.

At the orphanage, Linus must somehow determine if these children could bring about the end of days. But their guardian, the charming and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus, will do anything to protect his wards. And, as Arthur and Linus grow ever closer, Linus must choose: his duty, or his dreams . . .

A New York Times, USA Today and Washington Post bestseller.

‘Likely to cause heart-swelling’ – Washington Post‘A modern fairy tale . . . It’s a beautiful book’ – Charlaine Harris, bestselling author of Dead Until Dark‘Touching, tender and truly delightful’ – Gail Carriger, author of SoullessContinue the adventure with the second entry in the Cerulean Chronicles, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.