88 pages 2 hours read

Christina Baker Kline

Orphan Train

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline highlight its engaging narrative and emotional depth, with readers appreciating the historical context and character development. Some critique the predictability of the plot and occasional lack of depth in secondary characters. Overall, it's considered a poignant and enlightening read with minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Orphan Train?

Readers who enjoy Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline are likely fans of historical fiction with deep, emotional narratives about resilience and identity. Comparable to Sue Monk Kidd's The Secret Life of Bees and Sara Gruen's Water for Elephants, this novel appeals to those who appreciate intricate character development and historical contexts.

Recommended

Reading Age

14+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction