Together Forever (#02 in Orphan Train Series)

This heartfelt story continues with Marianne, Elise's sister, as she embarks on a journey helping orphaned children to find new homes. As a placing agent with the Children's Aid Society, Marianne discovers that finding homes for these orphaned children can be challenging. The story captures this brilliantly, that in the midst of the joys for caring for these children, there are ups and downs, that give you a glimpse of the emotions and fear these children must have experienced. While on the trip, a heartwarming romance between her and Drew, the other placing agent, evolves beautifully. However a tragedy that tears them apart, engages the reader with some tension and suspense that will keeps you interested to find out what will happen. Readers will be moved by Marianne's journey of discovering herself while embracing a new kind of courage instead of always blaming herself for the past. This is a heartfelt and moving story of love, redemption and hope.

Jody Hedlund does not disappoint in the 2nd book of the Orphan Train Series. We are introduced to Marianne in the 1st book and to be honest, I wasn't sure I would like her character in this 2nd book. However, Jody Hedlund does a wonderful job explaining why Marianne made her choices and you can't help but like her from the beginning. She and a man called Drew, take a group of Orphan children west from NY to find new homes. The history was eye-opening, as we read about children """"picked"""" by families to live with them. The author does a wonderful job of writing about the children and their thoughts in this process. A very romantic and cheeky adventure between the Marianne and Drew. A few little twists that keep the book in your hands, wanting to read more. I enjoyed Elise having a role in this book and can't wait to see what happens in number 3 and if Reinhold turns up in the pages again!!