I couldn’t put Orphan Train down. I loved the interplay between the two generations of orphans and how their stories complemented each other. It absolutely made me want to find out more about this part of American history. While one might think the neat wrap-up of the ending is trite, I was pleased that there was a happiness for the characters that they had not really experienced for much of their lives.  It would be great book club read – I can see why it is so popular. All in all, I would give this one five stars.