Beneath the Surface, Book 2 of The Polaroid Files series, is a gripping psychological thriller following Maya, who seeks justice after her sister Hellena's brutal death. As a trauma counselor turned investigator, Maya uncovers a sprawling global network called the Meridian Institute responsible for systematic torture disguised as research. Facing impossible odds and moral dilemmas, Maya transforms from grieving sister into ruthless fighter, waging an underground war to dismantle the sinister network. This dark, atmospheric novel explores the personal cost of justice, the use of documentation as a weapon, and the insidious nature of institutional evil. With intense suspense, haunting details, and emotional depth, it immerses readers in a relentless pursuit of truth amidst deception and despair.