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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A great family read that exposed our kids to how the foster care system should work. Unfortunately, we also know that many placements are not as loving as portrayed in this novel. Opened a door for us to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also made sure to talk about the fact that they may not actually know their classmates home situations and that being understanding, supportive, and watching our words are all powerful ways to help people endure tough times.
The kids take (11 & 6 year olds):
A really sad book. Interesting to learn about real life situations that can happen to kids. Liked how the kid learned about family, friends, and siblings when she didn't have that experience before.
The kids take (11 & 6 year olds):
A really sad book. Interesting to learn about real life situations that can happen to kids. Liked how the kid learned about family, friends, and siblings when she didn't have that experience before.
This is a heartbreaking yet wonderful book. I loved it, but expected nothing less from Lunda Mullaly Hunt. She is such a great author!
emotional
informative
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I'll never forget how I cried my eyes out at the end of the book. So beautiful.
I read this for a book group and liked the main character but dislike the rosy lense trauma was portrayed from. Everything just felt way too hunky dorry for me. Like how sassy Carly, the main character, was after enduring abuse for being sassy? Or how. She was so quickly released back to her mother when she was noticeably upset when she met with her? Some things just didn't add up.
I read this aloud to my 10 and 13 year old and we all LOVED it. One for the Murphy's is the tender and honest story of Carley Connors who has just landed in foster care with the Murphy family. It will break your heart but then mend it again, with a few laughs along the way.
One for the Murphys is one of those books that sticks with you. I loved this book so much. One For the Murphys made me laugh and cry which is really what I look for in a book. Y was a great contemporary read that I feel like I needed.
I my opinion, Julie Murphy reminds me of Molly Weasly because of the kindness she showed to Carley and to her kids. It reminds me of Molly and how she treated Harry as if he was her own. I love all the characters I this book and I love how you get to see the characters change. How Carley realizes that crying is human and Carley helps Daniel.
Overall I loved this book!! Hands down five stars!! πππππ I think this book will remain in my favorites for quite a while...
I my opinion, Julie Murphy reminds me of Molly Weasly because of the kindness she showed to Carley and to her kids. It reminds me of Molly and how she treated Harry as if he was her own. I love all the characters I this book and I love how you get to see the characters change. How Carley realizes that crying is human and Carley helps Daniel.
Overall I loved this book!! Hands down five stars!! πππππ I think this book will remain in my favorites for quite a while...
Just as amazing the second time around. Itβs been a long while since I read this book, but it still managed to knock me off my feet with its perfection. We need more people like Julie Murphy and Carley in this world. I loved the foster care story, the forgiveness, the love and kindness that surrounded this MG novel.
Moving middle-grade novel about a girl whose life changes due to fostering by a loving family. I really liked this one. Unpredictable, a bit of mystery, and full of heart. Would recommend.
Absolutely beautiful. I was so moved and inspired by the characters. I thought the main character's voice was authentic and endearing. You will definitely need a box of tissues with this one. I cannot wait to share this one with my students.