In the orphan train molly

In "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline, Molly Ayer is a modern-day teenager who has experienced a troubled upbringing in the foster care system. She is assigned to help Vivian Daly, a 91-year-old woman who was once a young orphan train rider. As they work together to clean out Vivian's attic, they form a deep bond, sharing their difficult pasts and discovering resilience and hope. Molly's journey of self-discovery parallels Vivian's history, highlighting themes of family, belonging, and the impact of trauma across generations.