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Book Review of The Orphan Collector

The Orphan Collector
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The flu came to Philadelphia in September of 1918. That is where The Orphan Collector by Ellen Marie Wiseman begins. Within this context of history is the personal story of Pia Lange, a thirteen-year-old German immigrant. In this very historical novel, the author also introduces an element of magical realism. Ultimately, the historical setting of this book is timely, and the story is an the emotional personal conflict between Pia and Bernice and all that they each represent.

Read my complete review at http://www.memoriesfrombooks.com/2020/03/the-orphan-collector.html

Reviewed for Bookish First.