somewhere beyond the sea

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"Somewhere Beyond the Sea" is a fantasy novel by TJ Klune, serving as the sequel to his acclaimed book "The House in the Cerulean Sea." The story centers on Arthur Parnassus, the caretaker of a magical orphanage on a remote island, who strives to provide a loving home for six magical children, protecting them from neglect and prejudice. Joined by his partner Linus Baker and other allies, Arthur faces challenges including a summons to publicly address his dark past and a new magical child who calls himself a monster, threatening the fragile harmony of their family. The novel explores themes of resistance, acceptance, queer identity, and fighting for the life one wants to live, blending whimsy, warmth, and social commentary

. Additionally, "Beyond the Sea" is also a famous English-language song popularized by Bobby Darin in 1959, originally adapted from the French song "La Mer" by Charles Trenet

. However, your query seems focused on the novel "Somewhere Beyond the Sea" by TJ Klune.