Books like Tomorrow by Graham Swift
Graham Swift’s debut novel since *The Light of Day* condenses half a century into a single, suspenseful night. The narrative follows a married couple whose lives, marked by biology, art dealing, and a twin dynamic, unfold as family secrets and quiet introspection collide. In a quiet, psychological exploration of domestic life, Swift examines the fragile edges of happiness and the complex ties that bind generations.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Relationship Drama
Authors: Graham Swift
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