Wow...

That was really gritty, cold, and real. You almost NEVER see such things told through the eyes of a Russian soldier.

Well done, and what a surprising, original work. I was floored. You capture the uncertainty and fear of the characters so well. The atmosphere you created was opressive, frightening, and deep.

Excellent.

Author's Response: Thanks, Edge! It was kind of you to make time to read my work! I'm glad you liked it and found it realistic; honestly, what I don't know about war could fill a library!  ;) This one wasn't a winner, but good news: I just won week 2 at the Flame for my clam prompt! Hooray! Anyway, I appreciate that you took the time, that was awfuly nice of you.