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3.86 AVERAGE
3.86 AVERAGE
3.5 stars. This was OK, but I don’t love it. The jump from the present to the past was very abrupt. I was fairly keen on the store she was telling, so it was hard to get into the the story set in the past for a while.
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Also, I feel like a pretty big plot hole is the research they would’ve done on Arie. They would’ve known that he had a sister, who converted to the Jewish faith, and therefore would never let him serve in intelligence.
And finally, the ending just dragged on for far too long.
MINOR SPOILERS
Also, I feel like a pretty big plot hole is the research they would’ve done on Arie. They would’ve known that he had a sister, who converted to the Jewish faith, and therefore would never let him serve in intelligence.
And finally, the ending just dragged on for far too long.
I have been struggling lately to find a book that is interesting, engaging, and one that I want to finish. The Ways We Hide definitely fit the bill. Thanks to Kristina McMorris for this great read, which provides a very different twist on WWII.
A book on magic, World War II and based on a woman, well I am always here for them. I have never read a book by this author but I will definitely read her backlog. Fenna loses her mother for childbirth so she is raised by her father. We get to see what Fenna is like from her childhood.
Then works as an assistant to Charlie who is an escape artist because of her love for magic. But she hates her profession and feels under-appreciated. Then she is recruited by M19 which is a secret team of Bristol military to create escape aids. Fenna who was frustrated with her previous job, loved this. But she couldn’t let go of her past and the relationships she had when she was small.
This is such a well researched book with so many insights. I love a historical fiction that doesn’t merely walk through main historical incidents but go deep on focus. This book ticks all the elements of the perfect read for one sitting.
Then works as an assistant to Charlie who is an escape artist because of her love for magic. But she hates her profession and feels under-appreciated. Then she is recruited by M19 which is a secret team of Bristol military to create escape aids. Fenna who was frustrated with her previous job, loved this. But she couldn’t let go of her past and the relationships she had when she was small.
This is such a well researched book with so many insights. I love a historical fiction that doesn’t merely walk through main historical incidents but go deep on focus. This book ticks all the elements of the perfect read for one sitting.
Captivating! I'm pretty spent on historical fiction, and WWII historical fiction specifically, but I devoured this novel. I really enjoyed the magic/illusion aspect as it related to war tactics.
Thank you to SOURCEBOOKS Landmark and #NetGalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this novel. My review is voluntary, and all opinions are my own.
Thank you to SOURCEBOOKS Landmark and #NetGalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this novel. My review is voluntary, and all opinions are my own.
Our bookclub was fortunate enough to receive an advanced copy of this book.
The Ways We Hide tells an intricate story of loss, trauma and love.
This book really changed the way I perceive historical fiction. I was amazed at the authors ability to weave real life events into a intricate and complex story. So many beautiful moments, even in the last chapters of the book that offer a sweet and real conclusion.
The Ways We Hide tells an intricate story of loss, trauma and love.
This book really changed the way I perceive historical fiction. I was amazed at the authors ability to weave real life events into a intricate and complex story. So many beautiful moments, even in the last chapters of the book that offer a sweet and real conclusion.
I received an advanced copy of this book.
At the beginning of this book we are introduced to Fenna and her career in magic and illusions. From there, the story introduces a potential change for Fenna with an invitation for her to head to Europe to support war efforts. And then the story also goes back and covers a lot of Fenna's childhood.
Her love and understanding of magic tricks and illusionism weave through the story as she applies her skills with MI9 in designing tools to aid in the war efforts. She also finds herself in some missions that introduce danger and intrigue.
There is an interesting connection that weaves Fenna's love of Houdini and magic and illusions through the entire story.
At the beginning of this book we are introduced to Fenna and her career in magic and illusions. From there, the story introduces a potential change for Fenna with an invitation for her to head to Europe to support war efforts. And then the story also goes back and covers a lot of Fenna's childhood.
Her love and understanding of magic tricks and illusionism weave through the story as she applies her skills with MI9 in designing tools to aid in the war efforts. She also finds herself in some missions that introduce danger and intrigue.
There is an interesting connection that weaves Fenna's love of Houdini and magic and illusions through the entire story.
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
A good read for young adults as well as adults. Lessons in perseverance.
DNF at 50%. I wanted to love this book, being a big fan of WWII stories, but sadly it did not work for me. I found the writing a slow place and the story a lot longer than it needed to be. Also, when I read the plot summary, I thought the magic component would be more prevalent than it was. My favorite part was the section that took place prior to the war.