Behind the Lens

Eight years after surviving a deadly Taliban ambush, photojournalist Annie Hawkins Green returns to Afghanistan to teach, only to be haunted by resurfacing memories and a growing sense of unease. As tensions rise and secrets emerge within her friends’ family, Annie grapples with her past traumas and fears for her safety, all while maintaining her connections across continents. The story intertwines personal conflicts with the tumult of a changing Afghan landscape, keeping readers engaged in a suspenseful and emotionally charged journey.