There’s something about Kristina McMorris’s books that I so want to enjoy. Her latest offering “The Ways We Hide” checks a lot of my historical fiction boxes. Parts about a love for Harry Houdini were a bonus, as my child is a huge fan of Houdini’s style of escapism magic. I liked the overall idea of this book - working for the war effort - but for the UK folks, not American; a woman using her knowledge of escapism to help try to win the war - sign me up. I enjoyed the story between Feena and Arie (best friends under difficult circumstances), but something was just “off” for me about this book. I will be in the minority, I’m sure, as Ms. McMorris’s books are well received. So, if this book interests you, I’d say give it a try. It didn’t quite work for me - and articulating why is frustrating since it checked so many boxes for me. I may give this book another try at a later date. If/When I do, I’ll revise my review. Overall, 3.5 stars.