Books like One for the Murphys by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Carley Hawkins has always kept her heart guarded and her wits quick, surviving on street smarts and humor. When a new foster placement brings her into the bustling household of the Murphys in Connecticut, she is startled by their openness and stability. The family’s loving dynamics clash with Carley’s guarded expectations, and she grapples with her identity as a newcomer in a home that feels almost too perfect. As the Murphys show her what belonging can truly feel like, Carley is confronted with a difficult decision when her birth mother seeks her back. The story explores themes of family, identity, and the possibility of new beginnings.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Lynda Mullaly Hunt
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