Jungle Sniper

by David Healey Book 3 in the Pacific Sniper series.

First published 2022

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In October 1944, Patrol Easy lands with the first American forces returning to the Philippines. Deacon Cole witnesses General Douglas MacArthur come ashore while Japanese fire continues, then joins the assault on Hill 522, a fortified position overlooking the Leyte beachhead.

After the hill is taken, Deke moves inland with a patrol attempting to connect separated American forces. Dense vegetation, flooded ground and concealed Japanese positions turn every movement into an ambush risk. The mission forces the snipers to use their rifles at close range while the wider campaign struggles to expand beyond the beaches.