Orphan Train

Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline is a powerful novel that explores the lives of two women, Vivian Daly, a 91-year-old orphan train rider, and Molly Ayer, a troubled teenager.

Through their unexpected friendship, the novel delves into themes of resilience, identity, and the secrets that shape lives.

The story highlights the historical context of the orphan trains, which carried over 250,000 children across America, often resulting in varied fates for the children involved.