The 5th Wave Chapter 48 Summary

  • Finally, the squad gets a new member to replace Tank. Reznik says the person's name is Ringer.
  • Everyone in the squad is excited because they think the name "Ringer" means the person is highly qualified.
  • He or she will join the squad the next day.
  • Nugget is convinced that Ringer will be his sister, Cassie. Zombie is skeptical.
  • On the firing range, Ringer joins the group. She's a she, and she's a heck of a shot.
  • Sad news for Nugget: Ringer's not Cassie.
  • Zombie is now confident that his squad will finish first in the competition. Apparently, he's right.