I received this book from a goodreads giveaway. The intended audience for this novel is 9 to 12 years olds, but I still found it to be a surprisingly enjoyable read. It touches on some important historical events that I don't recall learning about in school as a child. I think this book had added significance for me because we attend the Powell Street Festival every year. I will definitely be passing this book on to my children to read when they are a little older.