A review by jesforeverlostinbooks
The Railway Children by E. Nesbit

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted sad medium-paced

5.0

"Don't you think it's rather nice to think that we're in a book that God's writing? If I were writing the book, I might make mistakes. But God knows how to make the story end just right - in the way that's best for us."

Awww this was delightful from beginning to end. This really is such a timeless classic that generations of people can read and enjoy. A perfect read aloud with your children!  I loved this historical story of a close, loving family fighting to make the best of things in a difficult situation set in an idyllic English countryside & so many beautiful moments throughout especially the ending! I loved that the kids were so creative with their problem-solving and that their simple, innocent act of waving to the train every day ended up having such a big, positive impact on their lives. This book will have you laughing one moment & teary eyed the next & will leave you with a smile on your face.

This book tells the story of three children whose father is taken away by the police & forced into sudden poverty with their mother. The children thrive in their new environment next to a railway… they make friends everywhere they go & by a wonderful coincidence one of these friends turns out to be exactly the person who can help them. And the ending was precious, sweet & beautiful. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves historicals and just needs a pleasant read that will put a smile on your face & in your heart.