The Fourth Hand

In his #1 bestselling novel, The Fourth Hand, John Irving weaves a captivating tale around New York journalist Patrick Wallingford, who becomes an unlikely headline after a lion eats his left hand while he’s on assignment in India. This shocking event leads to a renowned Boston surgeon prepared to perform the nation's first hand transplant, raising profound questions when the donor's widow seeks visitation rights with the hand. Blending elements of comedy and emotional depth, Irving explores themes of second chances, love, and personal transformation in a uniquely engaging narrative.