Haunted by past betrayals and desperate for redemption, Specialist Shane Alexander is thrust into the shadows of a rescue mission in Colombia. Pulled from U.S. Army Special Operations Selection days before completion, Shane's unique skills and expendable status attract the attention of secretive higher-ups. His mission: join an unconventional team and extract two missing American students from the ruthless cartel in the Magdalena River Valley.Navigating shifting alliances, ambiguous intelligence, and the treacherous motives of local informants, Shane must overcome past wounds and push through the psychological challenges of both memory and mission. As the rescue team's search intensifies, Shane's survival and ambiguity skills-where the line between friend and enemy is often unclear-become their lifeline. However, his instincts warn him of betrayals lurking on both sides of the conflict.What begins as a simple recovery escalates into a fierce fight involving cartel leaders, mercenaries, and silent informants. Shane's resolve to save innocent lives is tested by the need to confront his own demons and the chaos he has left behind. With the fate of two American hostages, his career, and a major criminal network at risk, Shane's biggest challenge isn't surviving the mission but reclaiming his place among those who venture into darkness for others.Into the Dark blends intense action with deep psychological understanding, honoring those who serve quietly while exploring the enduring effects of war, loyalty, and the quest for home.