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Find the Murphy books by Gary Paulsen in reading order, with short summaries to help you follow Al Murphy's western adventures and choose where to start.

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Murphy books in publication order

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7 books

1

Murphy

by Gary Paulsen

1987

Sheriff Al Murphy investigates the murder of an eleven-year-old girl whose body is found in the stables. His determination to discover the truth puts him at odds with anyone who would prefer the crime to remain unresolved.

2

Murphy's Gold

by Gary Paulsen

1988

A woman asks Al Murphy to find her missing husband, drawing the lawman into a search that ends with a dead man. Murphy turns from finding him to pursuing those responsible for the killing and seeking justice.

3

Murphy's Herd

by Gary Paulsen

1989

Al Murphy leaves law enforcement to build a quiet ranching life in Wyoming with Midge. When enemies follow him and attack his homestead, the violence of his past pulls him back into a dangerous pursuit.

4

Murphy's War

by Gary Paulsen

1990

Sheriff Al Murphy confronts the lawless residents of Fletcher, Wyoming, after they lynch a powerful Texan's son. A feed-store owner and his hired men stand in his way as he tries to face down the town's violence.

5

Murphy's Stand

by Gary Paulsen

1993

After witnessing a murder, former sheriff Al Murphy reaches an Arizona town divided by rival businesses. Hired to protect the victim's sister's shipment, he becomes entangled in a struggle against the powerful merchant behind the violence.

6

Murphy's Ambush

by Gary Paulsen

1995

Sheriff Al Murphy investigates the murders of a rancher and his family in New Mexico. Evidence points toward Apache raiders, but another killing complicates the pursuit and suggests a conspiracy behind the violence he is trying to stop.

7

Murphy's Trail

by Gary Paulsen

1996

Al Murphy answers an old friend's plea to find her missing husband and sons. His search leads toward a powerful businessman extending his influence over nearby towns, placing the lawman against money and concealed loyalties.

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