It was perfect! 
 First of all it was fun. While reading it I had a silly grin all the time. 
 And it was filled with wisdoms like: 
 "I tasted Fiona's ice cream. It was only so-so, since I think raisins are gross and desiccated and should stay the hell out of desserts." - Never has a truer word been spoken! 
 "It's funny how little time it takes for kids to stop being cute and start being annoying." 
 "I don't know what my best friend sees in him. I guess he's nice and smart and they have similar interests and whatever. But, I don't know, ponytails are just a deal breaker." - I feel just the same way! 
 Secondly, it was educational. I learn a lot about both American Revolution and American Civil War history. 
 And thirdly, this book has great characters. They are young and sometimes they are stupid. But what is so great about this story is that their stupidity doesn't annoy you. It makes you sympathize and root for them. 
 It is a great read. Pick it up and see for yourself.