Orphan Train Book Reviews

AUTHOR
Christina Baker Kline
SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
2,625

Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline Book Summary

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“A lovely novel about the search for family that also happens to illuminate a fascinating and forgotten chapter of America’s history. Beautiful.”—Ann Packer

Between 1854 and 1929, so-called orphan trains ran regularly from the cities of the East Coast to the farmlands of the Midwest, carrying thousands of abandoned children whose fates would be determined by pure luck. Would they be adopted by a kind and loving family, or would they face a childhood and adolescence of hard labor and servitude?

As a young Irish immigrant, Vivian Daly was one such child, sent by rail from New York City to an uncertain future a world away. Returning east later in life, Vivian leads a quiet, peaceful existence on the coast of Maine, the memories of her upbringing rendered a hazy blur. But in her attic, hidden in trunks, are vestiges of a turbulent past.

Seventeen-year-old Molly Ayer knows that a community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping her out of juvenile hall. But as Molly helps Vivian sort through her keepsakes and possessions, she discovers that she and Vivian aren't as different as they appear. A Penobscot Indian who has spent her youth in and out of foster homes, Molly is also an outsider being raised by strangers, and she, too, has unanswered questions about the past.

Moving between contemporary Maine and Depression-era Minnesota, Orphan Train is a powerful novel of upheaval and resilience, of second chances, and unexpected friendship.

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Book Name Orphan Train
Genre Literary Fiction
Published
Language English
E-Book Size 2.54 MB

Orphan Train (Christina Baker Kline) Book Reviews 2024

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Wonderful. Great read with historical perspective based on fact.

Contrived?. Yes, this book ended just where it was reasonable to end (to answer reviewer #1). I wanted a story based on facts as this was, of course. Just the Dorothy-Vivian story would have good enough. This plot seemed a little contrived. It finally worked out, the Molly -Vivian connection, but it was painfully awkward for many pages.

Orphan Train hits the spot. Captivating read. Enjoyed both he story and the lively writing style. Fascinating historical fiction that took me by surprise as it unfolded beyond a children's tail to a study of human nature of how society has treated its most vulnerable citizens. Wished it was longer..

Orphan Train. Wonderful book

Bought on a whim, won the lottery. Never heard of the author and never heard of an orphan train but occasionally get lucky by picking books because of a review or synopsis. Well, I won the lottery with this one. A simply gorgeous read, couldn't put it down, didn't want it to end. Wonderful character development. You will love this book, so if you're like me and sometimes get lucky with picking a book by whim, this one is a true winner. Good luck!

😭. I ugly cried while reading this book. Other than the endless tears, this book was amazing and definitely a page-turner.

Orphan Train. Awesomely written book. Best read ever. As being a person who lived my whole childhood in an orphanage, the writer has captured so many details of the huge range of emotions that go along with the many issues of living without family. I was just like "Vivian", who as a child had thought there weren't others like us who lived in such a place. Would give this book 10 stars if it were possible on capturing such details on so many levels. Loved how Vivian and Molly had so much in common and could come together to share such intricate details of their personal lives, details of understanding that only those who live it, know it, and understand it. Love the, "what will you leave behind, and what will you carry with you".

Lovely book. Enjoyable. Hard to put down.

Orphan train. It kept my attention right along, I learn something about our history, which was never taught in school. It ended too soon....

Orphan Train. I enjoyed this book from start to finish.

Great Read. I loved this book. It was heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. A must read in my opinion !

Gripping. I enjoyed this book thoroughly, couldn’t put it down. Truly read straight through epic air travel delay on plane. Finished just before landing.

Amazing. I happened upon this book by chance and thought I'd give it a try. I have to say it's probably one of my favorite books I've ever read. I was instantaneously hooked as soon as I begun. The author does an amazing job of painting a vivid of life back then. The ending brought tears to my eyes which is a first in a long long time. I highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone.

Gorgeous!. An amazing storyline told with rich detail and so much heart. Can't wait to read more from this author!

Great book that had me wishing for more!. I read the Orphan Train for book club and really enjoyed it. It is short but ended on such a sweet note that I was okay with it not going into more detail. I highly recommended this book to all of my friends.

Excellent read. This book was one of the best reads I have read in a long time. I did not want to put the book down. Love this story and all the main characters!

Orphan Train. A wonderful and well written story that gets a hold of you and won't let you put it down until that last page is read. I enjoyed it tremendously! Vickie R.

Well-written and touching. I thoroughly enjoyed this touching story of two orphan girls from two separate generations. The author did a beautiful job weaving the tales together. As an adoptive father of a former foster child, this book gives me a glimpse into what my son may be feeling. Thank you.

Orphan Train. Very interesting story about a part of history that was unknown to me. Having grown up in the North Dakota area I am always intrigued to read about the formative years of my home state's history. And having worked in human services most of my adult life I am always aware of treatment of those often considered " less than" or "unfortunate" ones impacted by conditions beyond their control and how resilient we can be in spite of those conditions. Well written and very thought provoking.

Beautiful. This is an absolute beautiful book. I definitely recommend if you like books that merge the past with today.

Wow, hooked from the first page.. What a great story. So glad I finally read it and so sad it’s over.

Lovely read!. Really enjoyed this book- interesting, touching and insightful with a light mix of history.

Great Book. Loved this story and the writing style

Touching story, life is a full circle!. Thoroughly enjoyable book,could not put it down till the end.

A great read. A feel good book that is well written and very accessible.

Great read!. Loved everything about this story!

Must read!. Excellent read with much history and one can only imagine the stories that these children could tell.

Great book!. Couldn't put the book down! Such a great read!

Orphan Train. I loved this book even though it is heartbreaking to know that so many children had to go through the experiences the main character did.

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Orphan Train. Loved this book! Couldn't put it down.

Engrossing. The two main characters have so much color and heart even given the dreadful circumstances in which they grew up. Kept me interested till the end.

Loved it. Great book about the orphan immigrant children and the challenges they faced as told from an elderly woman and a teen in foster care. Watch the chapter years to know which person the story is about. Confusing at first.

Could not put it down. I'm having trouble putting into words how much I loved this book. Download it. Buy it. Borrow it. Whatever. Just do it.

Orphan train. It was a good book a bit confusing at first not understanding the story lines who they where about, but when it was revealed it was a very bitter sweet sad and even happy life for the central characters. I gave it 4 stars because I felt the ending was disappointing. The book was written very well and hard to put down, when the end of the book came I couldn't believe it. That being said I still do recommend this book it's a part of our history I for one was not aware of.

Incredible book. This book is incredible! I had no idea that Orphan Trains existed in this country

No need to buy :(. Wow, the very first review was a spoiler to the ending, no need to buy the book now. Why must a reviewer give away the story???

Orphan train. Excellent book. I had no idea this train even existed. I will want to read her other books.

Orphan Train. I had heard of the Orphan Train, so was interested to learn more through historical fiction. I was not disappointed. The subject was well researched and woven into an interesting and intriguing story. The scene details were not as well researched and were sometimes a bit of a distraction. Gingham and checked fabrics are one and the same. Crocus does not come in pink and forget-me-nots are blue, not purple.

Ophan train. I loved this book!

Amamzing. I went to cover a book club at the local library for work and the book they were covering was the orphan train. After listening to the discussion as someone who is interested in being a foster/adopted parent in the future i had to read this book so amazing i was slow in starting it but read about the last 200 pages in 24 hours.

Totally enjoyed this book. Great read! I’m finding historical fiction to be my new favorite books. Sometimes it was hard to keep the characters straight because of the time periods, locations, and even changing names, but I thoroughly enjoyed the relationship between Molly and Vivian.

Well wrote.. I enjoyed the history and facts that this book had. I almost read the the whole book in one day because i couldn't put it down. I will more than likely be buying a hardcopy.

Amazing!. You won't be able to put this book down! The contrast between the foster care system of today and the 1920's has unfortunately, not changed much. Walking in the shoes of these children is an experience you'll never forget.

Orphan Train. This book is a page turner. Completed in two days, but wish it hadn’t ended so abruptly.

Wonderful!!!. Such a wonderful story and does not include any sexual content that you would rather your teenager not read.

Amazing. I tell everyone to read this book! I was so sad and happy when it was over. I don't know what I would have done if it didn't have a happy ending!

Touching Story. A very easy read with interesting details and a satisfying conclusion. I was not disappointed!

Orphan Train. I read this book today, not able to put it down. Richly drawn characters (souls), every detail symbolic; it is a magnificent novel not to be forgotten.

Orphan train. Well written and enjoyable. Author did intertwine a liberal 60 idealogy into the story that was distracting.

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Superb!. Such a superb, well written novel. That shows the struggles and tribulations of one women, it power and enrichment of unlikely friends and the prevail of acceptance and belief! Couldn't put this novel down! Superb from the beginning

Great. Great novel ! I loved it. The story is well documented and this is the kind of book you can’t put down. I recommend it !

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The Orphan Train book written by Christina Baker Kline was published on 02 April 2013, Tuesday in the Literary Fiction category. A total of 2,625 readers of the book gave the book 4.5 points out of 5.

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