I love, love, love this book. But make no mistake, this book is an indulgence. I do not think I would love it quite so much had I not lived through the 80's. I would guess that being tickled pink by every other reference to the world of my youth is what made this a delight. But I could be wrong, the story is pretty cool as well. I don't know if it five-stars-cool, but altogether I cannot in good conscience give it anything less. And that is what matters most. Kudos to Mr. Cline, he had me from page one.