The first novel in an exciting new series from the bestselling author of BRAVO TWO ZERO. Two tours of Iraq under his belt, Sergeant Dave Henley has seen something of how modern battles are fought. But nothing can prepare him for the posting to Forward Operating Base Senzhiri, Helmand Province, Afghanistan. This is a warzone like even he's never seen before. Back at home, the families of the men - and women - at the front wait anxiously for news, all of whom remain in constant dread of the knock on the door.