The Orphan Train Trilogy Author:Jane Peart 1.Homeward The Seeking Heart is Toddy's story-the precious gift of hope.Toddy joins the household of Octavia Hale,a wealthy reserved widow who seeks a companion for her invalid granddaughter,Helene.Toddy proves to be a charming companion for both members of the household.Yet happiness eludes Toddy.Vindictive words spoken long ago by Mrs. Hale's ... more »brusque maid still echo in her mind.Is Toddy's yearning for a place to belong only an elusive dream? 2.Quest For Lasting Love is Laurel's story-the healing power of love.Laurel is adopted from the Orphan Train by Dr. and Mrs. Woodward,who still grieve for their daughter they lost only two years before.She brings a breath of fresh air-and much love-into the Woodward's troubled marriage.As she enters her adult years,however,bittersweet memories compel Laurel back to Boston to find her true identity. 3.Dream Of A Longing Heart is Kit's story-the sustaining power of faith.Kit is chosen by the Hansen's,a farm family who want to adopt a girl to assist the work-worn mother of five boys.Kit rises above her dreary situation by excelling in her studies and eventually winning a college scholarship.But adversity steps in once again,compelling Kit to give up her plans.Will she ever realize her secret longing to love and be loved?« less
Excellent view of period in history when young children were sent West from the East to find new adoptive homes. The three titles in this trilogy are: "Homeward the Seeking Heart", "Quest for Lasting Love", and "Dreams of a Longing Heart."