https://sanctuaryoftomorrow.com/
Editorial Review For The
Sanctuary of Tomorrow
The story opens in Florence during 1918, where Martino Griffiths, a boy with
unwanted telepathic powers, is hunted by the authorities and betrayed by his
own family. His gift, once valued, has become outlawed, leaving him with guilt,
anger, and a trail of destruction. Years later, in 1933 London, the focus
shifts to Maxine Ocampo-Weber, a chemist and part-time detective raising
children with her partner Jodi. Their family crosses paths with Martino, now
older and still burdened by his past. What follows is a mix of family drama,
moral debate, and a fight against unjust systems that treat telepaths as less
than human. Themes of betrayal, secrecy, and survival sit beside ideas of
community, love, and resistance.
The strength of The Sanctuary of Tomorrow
lies in its layered characters. Martino is not a shiny hero but a flawed figure
wrestling with regret and mistrust. Max and Jodi bring heart, wit, and
determination while trying to balance personal happiness with a dangerous
world. The dialogue is sharp and keeps scenes moving, whether it’s police
officers bickering like an old married couple or Max lecturing a telepath as if
he were one of her kids. The book never lets its tension slip, even when humor
breaks through. And yes, the Border Collie named Augustus steals a few moments,
as he should.
This novella fits well within speculative fiction that blends historical
settings with supernatural elements. It recalls stories where hidden powers are
both gift and curse, while also adding queer family dynamics and cultural
identity in ways that feel natural. The trend of reimagining early twentieth
century history with marginalized voices and secret abilities finds a solid
entry here.
Readers who enjoy stories about chosen family, moral ambiguity, and
characters trying to outwit oppressive systems will connect with this book.
Fans of supernatural drama with a dose of historical grit and a touch of sass
will find plenty to hold their attention.
My verdict: The Sanctuary of Tomorrow
does not pretend its characters are perfect, and that is exactly what makes it
work. It takes telepathy, prejudice, and survival, stirs in humor and found
family, and delivers something worth your time. And if you can resist rooting
for Max while she scolds both cops and criminals like a schoolteacher with zero
patience, you might be tougher than the Coppers chasing Martino.