The Legend of Spud Murphy

The Legend of Spud Murphy – Eoin Colfer

Will and his younger brother Marty would much rather be doing anything than spending their summer holidays in the library. But their mother has decided that the library is the perfect place for them, and the library is ruled by the legendary Mrs. Murphy, known to the local children as Spud.

According to the stories the boys have heard, Spud Murphy is a fearsome librarian who will not tolerate any noise or mischief, and who keeps a potato gun under her desk for any child who dares to step off the carpet in the children’s section and into the adult books. Terrified, Will and Marty try to survive their visits without getting into trouble, but their curiosity and their talent for mischief keep putting them at risk.

As the summer goes on, the boys discover that Mrs. Murphy may not be quite what they expected, and that books can be far more exciting than they ever imagined.

The Legend of Spud Murphy, by Eoin Colfer, the bestselling author of the Artemis Fowl series, is a short, funny story for younger readers, filled with humor, mischief and lively illustrations. It is the first of Colfer’s books about Will and his brothers, and it celebrates the joy of reading and the magic of libraries.

Fun and warm-hearted, this book is perfect for children aged around seven to ten, for reading aloud with families, and for reluctant readers who will enjoy its humor and fast pace. It also makes a lovely gift for young readers and fans of Eoin Colfer.