One for the Murphys
by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
One for the Murphys by Lynda Mullaly Hunt holds a highly rated rating of 4.31 out of 5, based on 16.1K reader ratings. First published in 2012. The book spans 224 pages.
About One for the Murphys
Twelve-year-old Carley Connors can take a lot. Growing up in Las Vegas with her fun-loving mother, she's learned to be tough. But she never expected a betrayal that would land her in a foster care. When she's placed with the Murphys, a lively family with three boys, she's blindsided. Do happy families really exist? Carley knows she could never belong in their world, so she keeps her distance. It's easy to stay suspicious of Daniel, the brother who is almost her age and is resentful she's there. But Mrs. Murphy makes her feel heard and seen for the first time, and the two younger boys seem determinded to work their way into her heart. Before she knows it, Carley is protected the boys from a neighbourhood bully and even teaching Daniel how to play basketball. Then just when she's feeling like she could truly be one of the Murphys, news from her mother shakes her world.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Lynda Mullaly Hunt |
| Published | 2012 |
| Pages | 224 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.31 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 16,058 |
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What genre is One for the Murphys?
One for the Murphys is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.
Is One for the Murphys worth reading?
Based on 16.1K reader ratings, One for the Murphys has an average score of 4.31 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is One for the Murphys?
One for the Murphys has 224 pages.
Who wrote One for the Murphys?
One for the Murphys was written by Lynda Mullaly Hunt. It was first published in 2012.
What is the ISBN for One for the Murphys?
The ISBN-13 for One for the Murphys is 9780399256160.0.
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