Gamache’s young, image-conscious second-in-command, who tends to focus on appearances and surface-level details.

A young and eager police officer who assists Gamache with the preliminary aspects of the murder case and becomes part of the investigation team.

A junior detective with emotional struggles and trust issues from the team, tasked with gathering information during the investigation.

An ambitious and disliked individual in the community, who focuses on her work and aspirations, including a new product line.

The obese and often silent daughter of CC, who possesses a beautiful singing voice and faces verbal abuse from her mother.

The quiet and unassuming husband of CC, who avoids confronting his wife’s behavior.

A photographer involved with CC for professional projects and maintains a hidden disdain towards her.

The real name of a character known by various aliases, tied to a mysterious artistic creation and troubled past.

A middle-aged, gifted artist with a positive outlook, living in Three Pines, known for her involvement in a previous case with Gamache.

A group of three elder matriarchs of Three Pines: Emilie Longpré, elegant and dignified; Kaye Thompson, unique in appearance; and Beatrice Mayer, a flower child who runs a meditation center.