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By Emma Burns • In Show
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Ever read a book that made you question everything? Like, seriously, *everything*? Stephen King's 11/22/63 is one of those. It's not just a scary story; it's a time travel tale with a twist – and a very specific day of the week problem.

The Portal to Yesterday (and What Day Is It?)

Imagine finding a portal that takes you back to 1958. Sounds cool, right? But there's a catch. Every time you go, it's *always* the same day: a particular Wednesday.

That's exactly what happens to Jake Epping, our everyman hero. He's tasked with preventing the assassination of John F. Kennedy. It's a huge responsibility and it always starts on the same day.

Why Wednesday? Does it Even Matter?

King never explicitly spells out *why* it’s always Wednesday. It's one of those delightful mysteries that adds to the book's charm. Maybe Wednesdays were just having a good run in 1958 in King's mind.

But it *does* matter, in a quirky way. It becomes a running joke, almost a character itself. Jake learns to dread Wednesdays, but also relies on their consistency.

Life in the Past: Same Day, Different Problems

Think about it: having every journey start on the same day means you have a routine within the chaos. Jake knows exactly what's happening around that day. It's a small anchor in a sea of historical unknowns.

However, it also creates hilarious challenges. Need to buy something important? Hope the store is open on *that particular Wednesday*. Trying to track someone? Better hope they're predictable on that day of the week!

It's like Groundhog Day, but with more historical significance (and fewer Bill Murray hijinks, though Jake definitely has his moments). This repetitive element creates a very special narrative.

The Wednesday Effect: More Than Just a Day

The recurring Wednesday becomes a symbol of the past's resistance to change. It's like the universe is saying, "Okay, you can come back, but on *my* terms." It's oddly stubborn and funny.

It also highlights the overwhelming nature of altering history. Jake isn't just changing one event; he's changing everything, and every Wednesday is the Universe start point to do it.

More Than Just Time Travel

Ultimately, 11/22/63 isn’t really about the *what* of time travel, but the *why*. Why would someone risk everything to change the past? Is it worth it?

The Wednesday portal is a quirky plot device that forces Jake to confront these questions. It reminds us that even in the most extraordinary circumstances, life is still full of mundane details. And sometimes, those mundane details can be hilariously frustrating.

So, the next time you're having a particularly bad Wednesday, remember Jake Epping. At least your Wednesday doesn't involve preventing a presidential assassination (probably!). But if it does, this book might give you some tips.

Just kidding (mostly). Enjoy your Wednesday, and maybe pick up 11/22/63 for a wild ride through history!
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