Chapters 7-9 Summary and Analysis

Chapter 7 - An Avalanche of Gunfire

In Chapter 7, the team backed away from the farm. It was tough on Marcus who wasn't great at steep inclines due to his size. They zigzagged as they tried to find cover, keeping out of the moonlight. They found respite for a while then Mikey and Axe went to find a better spot. They moved on to that spot. It was perfect for viewing the village. The sun shone full-force, drying the men out then steaming them.

They waited and watched for hours. A man in a turban carrying an axe jumped over Marcus, scaring him. Axe had the man in his gun-sight. Goats surrounded them and two others appeared - a man and a boy who was around 14-years-old. Upon questioning, they said they weren't Taliban. Since they were unarmed civilians, obvious...