Jacque

Very good - the Author's Note at the end really solidifies it.

”Because all the characters in this story—like all of humanity, apparently—have a little blank spot in their heads that says, “Kings. What a good idea.” The idea is powerful, and seductive, and should not be underestimated. To be a civilization of any worth, however, means acknowledging the idea—and then condemning it as laughably, madly stupid.”

Highly recommend - especially if you like Knives Out/Sherlock Holmes type mysteries but with a fantasy setting.

This is a book that manages to capture the beauty of its time period while keeping the science fiction aspect. It combines different elements of genres. There is a historical fiction piece that examines what Lee Harvey Oswald's personal life could've entailed. Along with the main story surrounding around Jake Epping living life in the past, and as much as he falls for the time period so does the reader. It's a long book but the story manages to keep the reader on their toes with various hints at bigger mysteries. The last half turns up the suspense adding to an already thrilling read. Overall the book is a story that is enjoyable from start to finish.