The House in the Cerulean Sea is a book that will take you on a delightful journey into the enchanted world of Linus Baker and ostensibly dangerous children. Especially in today's dark and dreary times, it will give you an escape from your daily grind. I usually steer clear of fantasy fiction but picked this one up after reading some amazing reviews on Goodreads. And how befitting they proved to be and so much more.
Setting
The story is set in a fantasy world where a Department in Charge of Magical Youth(DICOMY) was required to safeguard those who were extraordinary.
Storyline
Linus Baker worked for Department in Charge of Magical Youth(DICOMY) as a caseworker. He lived alone with only a cat named Calliope for company. He was asked by the Extremely Upper Management to travel to Marsyas Island and report about the orphanage and its master, Arthur Parnassus. He is asked because he presents an objective view without getting involved. But what he unearths there was something he could never envisage. He meets six dangerous children -Talia(gnome), Phee(a sprite), Theodore(a wyvern), Chauncey(a green blob), Sal(shapeshifting Pomeranian) and lastly Lucy/Lucifer(the antichrist). Despite the cautious approach, Linus and the kids gradually accept each other once they let their guards down. He also stumbles across Arthur's closely guarded secret. It gives a new dimension to the relationship between Linus and Arthur.
My Thoughts
Linus discovers friendship and love. He ends up learning important life lessons from unexpected sources. The kids with their distinctive traits are the life of this book. I loved their conversations with Linus. I don't want to delve any further without giving away the plot. In short, it's a story of acceptance. Accepting yourself as you are even though you don't fit into any socially acceptable and approved mould. Accepting others as they are without any preconceived prejudices. Go for it if you want a little cheer in your life.
Star Rating - 5/5
Recommend - Go grab it now!!
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