Set against the backdrop of World War II, Here, Now, and Forever follows Carl Goodman, a Merchant Marine sailor, and Ruby Matthews, a black nurse, who survive a plane crash in the Himalayas. Their discovery of a portal to an Eden-like garden leads to a deepening relationship and a confrontation with an alien named Norlok. Upon rescue, they find that 85 years have passed, yet they’ve not aged—a situation that changes upon returning to the U.S., prompting a race against time to return to their sanctuary.
Frankel masterfully weaves themes of racism, sexism, and antisemitism into the narrative, reflecting the societal challenges of the 1940s. The evolving relationship between Carl and Ruby is both poignant and authentic, set against a richly imagined sci-fi backdrop.
This novel is a compelling blend of historical and science fiction, offering a thought-provoking exploration of love, identity, and the human condition.
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