This Time Tomorrow: A Novel

In the heart of Brooklyn, a woman named Alice grapples with the realities of her approaching milestone birthday. As she braces for the nuances of turning forty, her life feels stagnant, tethered to a job that offers little satisfaction and a personal life that lacks excitement. Each day blurs into the next, leaving her to ponder the 'what ifs' of her past and the paths not taken.

But everything shifts when Alice finds herself inexplicably transported back to the day of her sixteenth birthday. It’s a chance to revisit her younger self, confront old decisions, and reconnect with the people who have shaped her life. This unexpected journey through time allows her to reflect on love, family, and the essence of happiness, navigating the complexities of both her past and present.

As Alice delves deeper into her memories, she discovers that while nostalgia can be comforting, it also illuminates the importance of cherishing the moment and embracing change. Emma Straub crafts an engaging narrative that intertwines humor and heart, capturing the struggle to reconcile with one's life choices while celebrating the possibility of new beginnings.