Sorting the legend from facts turns out to be a major research task, but with the help of her Greatgramps, who is a retired investigator, an historical romance writer, and some helpful librarians, Peggy digs into her investigation with gusto. By using Greatgramps' method of cross-referencing she is able to develop an exciting  report regarding the life of this Revolutionary War hero. She even learns the value of visiting the actual historical sites to put the whole thing in perspective as she visualizes Molly carrying water to the injured soldiers during the battle of Monmouth.

This is a book that should be in every school library, and even assigned as part of the curriculum to teach research methods in a painless, enjoyable way.  De Pauw is a brilliant writer who makes a dry subject provocative and stimulating through the trials of a compelling character on a mission.