12 year old Carley has had a less than conventional childhood. After a vicious beating by her mother's boyfriend, Carley is sent to live with the Murphy's, a foster family that seems a little too perfect to Carley, until her mother is able to care for her again. ONE FOR THE MURPHY'S is a beautifully written, memorable story about acceptance, hope, love, and the meaning of family. A must have for every public and school library, and a great choice for book clubs and family reading groups.