UNDER THE WHISPERING DOOR by T.J. Klune

In a world where death may not be the end but just a way point on a larger journey, T.J. Klune’s Under the Whispering Door takes readers to a place that is full of mystery, friendship and heartwarming encounters.

When Wallace Price dies, perhaps not so tragically, he is whisked off to a waystation until it is deemed the appropriate time for him to enter the door and move on from our world. When he arrives at a mysterious tea shop, Wallace finds that even though he called the shots in life, in this place he is at the whim of the proprietor, Hugo. Filled with a plethora of interesting characters, Wallace is forced to come to terms with the person he was and the spirit that he has become.

What T.J. Klune has done, is nothing short of enchanting. While most readers will know him from his previous work,The House in the Cerulean Sea, Klune has created a more heartwarming tale that addresses the difficult topic of death in a more lighthearted and inspirational way.

How happy would we be if we knew that after we passed, we were greeted by a cheerful guide whose sole job is to uplift us and help us get to the great beyond? Now imagine you also encounter other individuals on the same path, who are just as excited for you…that is until they realize you might be a harder egg to crack. The joy and hilarity that Wallace experiences in his time at the tea house is beautifully written and it is impossible not to root for everyone Wallace encounters.

Reader Beware: Under the Whispering Door is recommended to be read with tissues at the ready. Not only will you experience tears of sorrow but also of elation. T.J. Klune has given the topic of death new life and it should be shared with everyone!