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estherokunlola's review against another edition
challenging
funny
informative
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
ciikum's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
ruthie_wk's review against another edition
emotional
informative
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
soso_booknook's review
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
rachealkay29's review
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
jeankwemoi's review
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
bookofcinz's review
4.0
Chimeka Garricks knows how to pen a convincing story and I am loved everything about this book.
bookedupandbusy's review
5.0
‘’You cannot bring good by doing bad’’
Its 2004 Port Harcourt, Nigeria, at the height of the kidnap of oil workers in the Niger Delta, a kidnapping goes awry and four lives are reconnected.
Inspired by true stories and with themes of corruption and injustice, love and death, this is a well constructed plot. This is how you do character development. This is magnificent storytelling!!!!!!! The story is gripping from the first page to the very end.
The storytelling of these men from childhood to adulthood was remarkable. I most enjoyed the coming of age aspects of the novel. Each character has their own chapter and I think this is the first book where I actually loved all the characters, especially Doughboy, the rise and fall of his character was astounding. I empathised with his feelings of others disrespecting him and taking oil from his homeland (even though he went about it in the worst way possible).
There is a sweet and wonderful romance in the book between Kaniye and Deola which was a need! It was refreshing and joyful in comparison to the heavy chapters that dominated the story.
Four things I liked were:
1. How the author wrote female characters - I was impressed!
2. The nuanced language within the dialogue
Its 2004 Port Harcourt, Nigeria, at the height of the kidnap of oil workers in the Niger Delta, a kidnapping goes awry and four lives are reconnected.
Inspired by true stories and with themes of corruption and injustice, love and death, this is a well constructed plot. This is how you do character development. This is magnificent storytelling!!!!!!! The story is gripping from the first page to the very end.
The storytelling of these men from childhood to adulthood was remarkable. I most enjoyed the coming of age aspects of the novel. Each character has their own chapter and I think this is the first book where I actually loved all the characters, especially Doughboy, the rise and fall of his character was astounding. I empathised with his feelings of others disrespecting him and taking oil from his homeland (even though he went about it in the worst way possible).
There is a sweet and wonderful romance in the book between Kaniye and Deola which was a need! It was refreshing and joyful in comparison to the heavy chapters that dominated the story.
Four things I liked were:
1. How the author wrote female characters - I was impressed!
2. The nuanced language within the dialogue
bookmaniac_60's review
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
The novel was just WOW from start to finish, at first I had a bit of laughs here and there but it's an emotionally charged and gripping tale that brings to light some social issues in Nigeria. The novel tells the story of four young Asiama men whose life are intertwined, Kaniye, Doye, amiabi and tubo.
Chimeka Garricks is a master storyteller, and his writing style is engaging and thought-provoking. The way he weaves together the different elements of the story is impressive, and the characters are well developed, each with their own unique voices and backstories.
TUBO the halfcaste or as mentioned in the novel "born throwaway" fun, yet selfish.
AMIABI the charismatic Christian, calm and well collected, though lost faith in God but re-devoted himself again and was framed by the government in other to silence him.
KANIYE the bastard son, with great sense of humor, loveable and the lawyer of Amiabi
DOYE the anti-hero to some and villains to others. Furthermore, TOMORROW DIED YESTERDAY is not just a crime novel but also a social commentary on the problems that plague modern-day Nigeria. The author delves into issues such as corruption, political unrest, and police brutality, presenting a stark and honest portrayal of the country's harsh realities.
Overall,it's an excellent novel that is both poignant and compelling. It is a story that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it. I would definitely recommend this book
Chimeka Garricks is a master storyteller, and his writing style is engaging and thought-provoking. The way he weaves together the different elements of the story is impressive, and the characters are well developed, each with their own unique voices and backstories.
TUBO the halfcaste or as mentioned in the novel "born throwaway" fun, yet selfish.
AMIABI the charismatic Christian, calm and well collected, though lost faith in God but re-devoted himself again and was framed by the government in other to silence him.
KANIYE the bastard son, with great sense of humor, loveable and the lawyer of Amiabi
DOYE the anti-hero to some and villains to others. Furthermore, TOMORROW DIED YESTERDAY is not just a crime novel but also a social commentary on the problems that plague modern-day Nigeria. The author delves into issues such as corruption, political unrest, and police brutality, presenting a stark and honest portrayal of the country's harsh realities.
Overall,it's an excellent novel that is both poignant and compelling. It is a story that will stay with you long after you have finished reading it. I would definitely recommend this book