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Private John Bartle

This character is the main character and narrator in the novel. He served in Iraq, and he struggles with guilt after he and an officer dispose of his friend’s body in the Tigris River.

Private Daniel Murphy

This character grew up in southwest Virginia. He is 18 when he joins the army and is sent to Iraq. He has a breakdown. He wanders from camp, is captured by insurgents, and is tortured and killed.

Sergeant Sterling

This character is in his early 20s. He has served three tours in Iraq. He serves as a mentor for the main character and another young soldier.

LaDonna Murphy

This character is a rural mail carrier. Her son enlists in the Army when he is 18. She asks a fellow soldier to promise to watch out for her son.

The Lieutenant

This character is the leader of the main character’s...

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