Title: The Tomorrow Code
Author: Brian Falkner
First published October 28, 2008
368 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780375843655 (ISBN10: 0375843655)
Rating: 3.74
Overview
In the beginning, the world seemed like an ordinary place for Tane Williams and Rebecca Richards. All that changed when they stumbled upon a mysterious sequence of numbers.
At first glance, it appeared to be a random series of digits, but upon closer inspection, they realized that it was a message from their future selves. The message contained lottery numbers that would win the next draw.
As they delved further into this strange phenomenon, they received more messages from the future, revealing a world in peril. Tane and Rebecca must race against time to prevent a catastrophic event that threatens the very existence of humanity.
Will they be able to change the course of the future and save the world? The Tomorrow Code is an edge-of-your-seat thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end.
Editoral Review
In Brian Falkner’s The Tomorrow Code, readers are transported into a futuristic world filled with advanced technology and high-stake dilemmas. Falkner, a New Zealand author known for his science fiction works, perfectly captures the essence of the genre and explores themes that leave readers questioning the impact of technology on our lives.
The story follows two teenage protagonists, Tane and Rebecca, who uncover a code that predicts catastrophic events that will occur in their future. As they delve deeper into the mystery of the code and attempt to prevent the predicted disasters from happening, they face a myriad of challenges that force them to question their own morality and the potential consequences of their actions.
The setting is in New Zealand and the cultural significance of the Maori community is subtly interwoven into the story, adding depth to the narrative. Falkner’s writing excels in creating realistic characters with emotional depth.
Tane and Rebecca are complex individuals with their own unique strengths and weaknesses that develop over the course of the book in response to the events and decisions they make. The pacing of the plot is also spot on, with a perfect balance of action and contemplative moments, keeping the reader engaged throughout the book.
However, The Tomorrow Code has its limitations. The plot can occasionally feel predictable, and some of the technological concepts introduced in the book are not fully explained, leaving readers with unanswered questions.
Additionally, the themes explored in the book can be heavy-handed at times, leading to a lack in nuance. Despite these limitations, The Tomorrow Code is a book worth reading for fans of science fiction and fans of YA literature.
Falkner’s masterful writing holds the reader’s attention with ease, and the plot is both thought-provoking and thrilling. The Maori cultural nuances throughout the book are an added bonus, increasing the book’s historical and cultural significance.
In conclusion, Brian Falkner’s The Tomorrow Code is highly recommended for mature readers who are interested in science fiction with a touch of morality play. The book earns a solid four out of five stars for its exceptional writing, complex characters, and engaging plot.
