One for the Murphys
One for the Murphys by Lynda Mullaly Hunt is a reprint edition published by Penguin on May 16, 2013. This 256-page book is written in English and explores the journey of Carley, a young girl who becomes a foster child and moves in with the Murphys. As she navigates her new environment, Carley grapples with her emotional barriers and the unfamiliar warmth of a stable family life, which challenges her preconceived notions about belonging and acceptance.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family, self-esteem, and the complexities of foster care. Carley’s experiences highlight her struggle between her past and the new opportunities presented by the Murphys, ultimately leading her to confront difficult choices about her future. The story addresses social themes relevant to juvenile fiction, making it a thoughtful exploration of resilience and personal growth.
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From the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Fish in a Tree!
Carley uses humor and street smarts to keep her emotional walls high and thick. But the day she becomes a foster child, and moves in with the Murphys, she’s blindsided. This loving, bustling family shows Carley the stable family life she never thought existed, and she feels like an alien in their cookie-cutter-perfect household. Despite her resistance, the Murphys eventually show her what it feels like to belong–until her mother wants her back and Carley has to decide where and how to live. She’s not really a Murphy, but the gifts they’ve given her have opened up a new future.
“Hunt’s writing is fearless and One For The Murphys is a story that is at once compassionate, thought-provoking and beautifully told. From the first page, I was drawn into Carley’s story. She is a character not to be missed or forgotten.” —Jacqueline Woodson, National Book Award-winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming
Winner of the Tassy Walden Award for New Voice in Children’s Literature
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