The Illusionist's Apprentice

Set in the rich backdrop of the Jazz Age, this historical fiction novel follows Wren Lockhart, assistant to famed illusionist Harry Houdini, as she navigates a life steeped in illusion and buried pasts. After Houdini's death, Wren strives to maintain her facade as a performer until a rival's accident forces her to confront her true identity and collaborate with the newly formed FBI. As she applies her skills in misdirection to the investigation, Wren grapples with the threat of long-hidden secrets resurfacing, all while Houdini's advice lingers: the crowd must believe in the illusion.