5 stars | Orphan Train | Christina Baker Kline | 2014
This is a historical fiction novel about the life of a young Irish immigrant girl who is orphaned and sent on the orphan train in order to find a family. She endures hardship but is resilient and survives despite her harrowing experiences. The story moves back and forth between current day and the past.
I couldn't put this book down...it was a compelling read. Part of the book is set in Minnesota which added to my interest. The author found historical records of her husband's family when she was visiting and was able to write this book from that inspiration. This dramatic and inspirational story is my favorite kind of book! Kline has a new book coming out this August that I don't want to miss! It is called The Exiles.
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