A review by morganperks
Orphan Train, by Christina Baker Kline
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
good soup (partially set on an island 😏)
Graphic: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Child death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Grief, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Rape, and Adult/minor relationship
Moderate: Abandonment, Bullying, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Rape, Suicidal thoughts, War, and Classism