A review by fareehareads
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

challenging dark emotional inspiring reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was phenomenal. I'm so glad it was my first read of 2023. I loved the exploration of the creative process through time and through the lens of companionship, I just wish it was driven home in the end. Following these characters through notable cultural moments really grounded the narrative and made me feel as if I was watching the film of these real live game developers. While I overall had a positive experience with this book, I wish there was some more special care taken with Sadie's character.
SpoilerHer toxic relationship with her professor morphing into two colleagues chatting over lunch in the future felt odd to me. There were no repercussions for his behavior. Her entire period of postpartum depression and grappling with Marx's death were funneled through Sam's perspective.
This is the type of book I could see myself rereading in a few years.  
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