Orphan Train

 

Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Historical Fiction Physical Book
This well written book tells of a time in our American history that I knew nothing about. Orphans in New York City were put on a train destined for the Midwest where families adopted them. Many, maybe most, wanted them to be laborers and servants. That was the fate of Vivian. We meet Vivian when she is a 91 year old lady in need of help cleaning out her attic. Molly, a seventeen-year-old takes on the job as court-ordered community service.
As the two work together, Molly learns Vivian’s sad story. They develop an unexpected friendship as Molly’s present life parallels with Vivian’s. It is a sad story, but a powerful one. 5 stars from me.


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