The Warm Hands of Ghosts

Set amid the chaos of WWI, Katherine Arden’s novel explores a world where magic and mystery intertwine with the horrors of war. Canadian nurse Laura Iven returns home to uncover the truth behind her brother Freddie’s death, leading her back to Belgium and encounters with ghosts and supernatural phenomena. Through the eyes of both Laura and Freddie, the story delves into themes of love, survival, and the supernatural, creating a haunting and emotionally rich narrative.