This is the personal story of a man fighting for Ukraine who recounts the war not through the language of official reports or heroic legends, but through his own experience, according to Ukrinform.

As the publishers note, this book is neither a documentary reconstruction of battles nor a chronology of military operations. The author does not seek to create a heroic image of the war or his own unit. Instead, he offers the reader an honest, personal account—of the people who voluntarily took up arms, of fatigue, fear, responsibility, brotherhood, and a memory that does not end after the last battle.

“The Ghosts of Bakhmut” begins with the words: "This book is not about the kind of war shown on the news. There are no grand words or clichés here.” This principle defines the entire text. The author recounts not only the snipers’ combat operations but also the inner experience of war: life between missions, the loss of comrades, moments of despair, and the strength that comes from powerful mutual support.

The book consists of 46 chapters, which can be read as separate short stories and cover the unit’s journey from its formation to its withdrawal from Bakhmut. Alongside the combat scenes, these stories feature specific individuals—comrades, medics, mechanics, and commanders—both those who died and those who survived. They are the true protagonists of the story, for, as the author notes, it is not about heroes, but about people who learned to fight, survive, and remain human.

Memory is a separate theme of the book. The book is dedicated to the author’s fallen comrades—Vadym, whose call sign was “Father Taras,” and Oleh, whose call sign was “Cunning.” At the end of the book, the author admits that he wrote it not to prove anything, but to preserve the memory unvarnished, just as it is. That is precisely why “The Ghosts of Bakhmut” becomes not only a collection of personal memories but also a way to preserve the voices of those who can no longer be heard.

“The Ghosts of Bakhmut” is not just a book about snipers and war. It is the story of people whom the war forced to change, taught to see death up close, and at the same time to cherish life more than ever. We went through Bakhmut, changed along with the war, and continued on our path. This book is about those who remained, those who are no longer with us, and the price Ukraine is paying for its future. I want people, after reading this book, to understand not only how we fought, but also what we stood for and continue to stand for,” notes “The Ghost.”

In addition to the text, the book contains QR codes that link to photos, videos, and additional materials about the unit’s activities. They allow readers to see the people and places mentioned in the story and expand the documentary dimension of the publication.

“The Ghosts of Bakhmut: Memoirs of a Sniper” is now available for pre-order.

As reported by Ukrinform, the sniper “Ghost” confirmed a record-breaking hit on a target four kilometers away.

Photo provided by “Ghost”