Audiobook
English language
Published July 7, 2021 by Tor.
Linus is an uptight caseworker with a heart of gold working for the department in charge of magical youth. When he goes to investigate an orphanage on an island with supposedly dangerous children and an enigmatic leader Arthur, he’s expecting the worst. But it turns out he might be falling in love with Arthur and his charges.
A warm-hearted but clueless lib is radicalised into fighting the system and organising a direct action campaign to protect a marginalised community? Sign me up! I heard this book described as Hopepunk and I would say that that descriptor is accurate and I need to find more of it.
Really nice story about the effects of discrimination and finding where you truly belong.
Linus Baker is a caseworker for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth, inspecting the orphanages where magical youth are sent to keep people safe from their uncontrolled abilities. He receives a special assignment from "Extremely Upper Management" to check out a secret orphanage on an island.
The story proceeds to examine bias and prejudice and the effects discrimination has on the vulnerable. There's a fantastic found family, a slow building love story, and a lot of funny moments with the kids.
Honestly I just got bored of it. The characters didn't really interest me. The plot is predictable from a mile away.
A wonderful story about love, care, children, diversity, and growth.
I can't give enough praise for this book, wow. I'm speechless. It's been a long time since I have read such a wholesome, interesting story of positive queer representation. It was whimsical, funny, and enchanting from cover to cover. Easily my favorite book this year.
