A review by amdonn8
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

challenging emotional hopeful reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I simply adored reading this book. The setting was specific, yet expansive. The relationships between these flawed but lovable characters felt frustratingly authentic. I’m not a gamer, but you don’t have to be to enjoy and feel the nostalgia. 
I don’t think the idea of using video games to escape a flawed reality is new, but it is used here to great effect. 
There was some really beautiful writing as well, with literary and artistic references galore. I enjoyed how “cultured” the characters were, and that they weren’t just stereotypical gamer or tech bros. The author really highlighted the artistic competence of video game design, which I appreciated.
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