The Warm Hands of Ghosts
By Katherine Arden
Review by Angel
The Warm Hands of Ghosts is a haunting, beautifully crafted tale of love, grief, and survival in the aftermath of World War I. At its heart is Laura Iven, a Canadian nurse who refuses to believe her brother Freddie is truly gone. Her search pulls her back to war-torn Belgium, where whispers of ghosts, enchanted wine, and a mysterious fiddler blur the line between the living and the dead.
Arden seamlessly intertwines historical fiction with the supernatural, creating a world that feels both chilling and heartbreakingly real. The novel doesn’t shy away from the raw brutality of war, but it also lingers on moments of resilience and quiet humanity. Freddie’s struggle in No Man’s Land (alongside an enemy soldier) adds an aching depth to the story. With lyrical prose, focus on enduring love of siblings, The Warm Hands of Ghosts is an unforgettable read.
