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Orphan Train
by Christina Baker Kline
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline intertwines the stories of two women from different eras. One narrative follows Vivian Daly, an elderly woman who was a child on an orphan train in the 1920s. The other storyline focuses on Molly Ayer, a modern-day teenager in foster care who is struggling to find her place in the world.
Their paths cross when Molly is assigned to help Vivian clean out her attic as part of a community service project. Through this experience, both women confront their pasts and share their stories. The novel explores themes of loss, belonging, and the impact of history on personal identity.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape