The Orphan Train (book)

*The Orphan Train* by Christina Baker Kline is a historical novel that intertwines two stories: a contemporary teenage girl, Vivian, and a woman, Molly, reflecting on her childhood. The novel explores the orphan train era (mid-1800s to early 1900s), when thousands of orphaned or displaced children were transported from cities to rural communities across America for potential foster homes. Through their narratives, the book sheds light on themes of resilience, identity, and the complex relationships between children and those who cared for them during a challenging period in American history.