It was interesting and gave some really unexpected background about the early years and how they all met, but it was a lot of the same stuff you get from the show. I know the book is intended for audiences that haven't watched the show as well as those who have; I just wish there was more additional stuff for those of us who have seen all three seasons. I also think some material written by the kids would have been interesting...some of the older kids probably would have been able to add valuable perspective.