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One for the Murphys
by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
I knew from the first few chapters that I would end up liking this book--became a fast, enjoyable read. It revolves around a twelve-year-old girl who is put into a foster family until her mother, who is in the hospital from an abusive situation, gets better.
I haven't read many books dealing with this situation, but it seemed to be pretty accurate, especially when it came to the main character's reactions. It was easy to sympathize for poor Carley. Even when she was being bratty, I could still understand that she was reacting this way out of pain. I really liked her character's development. I almost teared up near the end.
The Murphys were portrayed as the family that Carley never had, but who still had their own issues. I particularly liked Mrs. Murphy and the two youngest boys, though I did like the relationship between Mr. Murphy and Carley's friend (it was amusing). Carley and Toni also had an interesting relationship that I enjoyed seeing change.
I have to admit that I'd hoped the ending would be different, but it still ended on a good note. It makes me wish that this book had a sequel or was part of a series--it would be cool to see Carley as she ages.
A great book for young readers that explores what it really means to love unconditionally.
I haven't read many books dealing with this situation, but it seemed to be pretty accurate, especially when it came to the main character's reactions. It was easy to sympathize for poor Carley. Even when she was being bratty, I could still understand that she was reacting this way out of pain. I really liked her character's development. I almost teared up near the end.
The Murphys were portrayed as the family that Carley never had, but who still had their own issues. I particularly liked Mrs. Murphy and the two youngest boys, though I did like the relationship between Mr. Murphy and Carley's friend (it was amusing). Carley and Toni also had an interesting relationship that I enjoyed seeing change.
I have to admit that I'd hoped the ending would be different, but it still ended on a good note. It makes me wish that this book had a sequel or was part of a series--it would be cool to see Carley as she ages.
A great book for young readers that explores what it really means to love unconditionally.