11/22/63 is, in simplest terms, a time-travel novel. What would happen if you could go back in time to a particular date, over and over again? What if you could use your knowledge of that point in time to change the course of history? Would you do it? Should you do it? 
 Stephen King's mastery of suspense, plotting, and character development is once again on display in 11/22/63. I thought I knew what to expect before I started; I found that I was wrong. King does remarkable things with a story I expected to be rather dry. After all, the bulk of the story takes place in the late 50's and early 60's, winding its way through well- and lesser-known historical events. How exciting could that be? 
 Very exciting, it turns out. Once the story picked up steam, it was hard to put down. I want to avoid spoilers, but I will say that I was shocked to discover what a romantic story this was at its core. 
 Overall, I was completely caught up in the story and in the lives of the characters; hated to see it end, yet felt satisfied by the terrific ending. I recommend 11/22/63 quite enthusiastically.