The Orphan Train Saga Books in Order

Sorting through her grandmother's stored possessions, teacher Cindy Moore uncovers a life her family never knew. Evidence of abandonment, an orphanage, and a journey aboard an Orphan Train sends her searching for the experiences that shaped her grandmother's silence.

Sent west on an orphan train, Tobias returns to New York when his placement fails. His obsession with Mileta and another journey west draw him toward a criminal gang.

Anastasia escapes poverty and conflict at home only to find herself homeless in New York. She lies her way onto an orphan train, hoping its uncertain destination will offer happiness.

Raised in an institution, Franky gains a new home with a judge who encourages his love of reading. Threats from the judge’s past eventually drive him toward Detroit’s streets.

After fleeing their violent father, Ezra becomes separated from his brother in New York. His search brings friendship and an unexpected journey west on an orphan train.

After his mother dies, sheltered Percival travels to Detroit on an orphan train. A restaurant owner welcomes him, but earlier mistakes threaten the new life they hope to build.

Paddy leaves home and follows his friend into a children’s asylum, where rivalry complicates his affection for Mileta. An orphan train offers another chance at belonging.

Separated from her father in Germany, Dorthia struggles back to the United States. Her search for family takes her from New York to Oklahoma aboard an orphan train.