A bestselling mystery author with a complex personal life, whose unexpected death sets off a chain of events leading to questions about the true circumstances.

Susan's boss and the publisher at Cloverleaf Books, whose actions come under scrutiny after Alan Conway's death.

Alan Conway's ex-boyfriend, a younger aspiring actor who inherits a significant portion of Alan's estate.

Alan Conway’s wealthy neighbor, who becomes a suspect due to a financial disagreement with Alan.

Alan Conway’s sister, who had a close but later strained relationship with him and is shocked by his death.

An aspiring writer who harbors resentment towards Alan Conway for allegedly stealing his novel idea.

The local vicar who officiates Alan's funeral and has a past connection to him from their school days.

A TV producer collaborating with Alan on a show adaptation of his novels, with a challenging working relationship.

Alan Conway’s ex-wife, who was influential in the direction of Alan's writing career.

The son of Alan Conway, who harbors resentment towards his father due to past abandonment.

An assistant at Cloverleaf Books who leaves the company shortly after Alan Conway's death.

Susan’s Greek boyfriend, who aspires to move back to Crete with her to start a new business venture.

A famous detective character created by Alan Conway, known for his methodical and mild-mannered approach to solving mysteries.

Atticus's assistant in Alan Conway's novels, serving as a charismatic counterpart to Atticus's reserved nature.

A villager whose accidental death sparks suspicion, and who worked as a housekeeper at Pye Hall.

Mary Blakiston’s son, who has a contentious relationship with his mother and is engaged to Joy Sanderling.

A young woman engaged to Robert Blakiston, working as an assistant to the village doctor.

The local vicar with a simmering resentment over local land issues, involved in the investigation within the story.

Robin Osborne's protective wife, concerned about potential land sales by a neighbor.

The local doctor with a no-nonsense attitude, dealing with a missing poison vial from her dispensary.

Emilia Redwing's husband, and an artist known for painting portraits in the village.

A wealthy and arrogant landowner at the center of village affairs, residing at Pye Hall.

Magnus Pye's wife, who lives in a marriage of convenience while engaging in a secret affair.

The privileged and wealthy son of Magnus and Frances, living a life of luxury.

Magnus's twin sister, who was disinherited and leads a challenging life compared to her brother.

A finance worker and Frances Pye's secret lover, with a history of poor financial decisions.

The groundskeeper at Pye Hall, crucial as a witness in village events involving deaths.

Mary Blakiston's estranged husband, distanced from his former life with Mary and their son.

The local detective responsible for investigating the mysterious deaths, working alongside Atticus.