Andre is Annie's late partner and Ella's father. His loss two years earlier continues to affect the family, especially Ella, and the bakery represents a dream he once shared with Annie. He goes sailing alone as a storm approaches before his death is referenced.
Member of the wealthy MacAllen family. Key stakeholder in the holiday gala, serving as a professional contact and likely a romantic interest for Joanna.
Family member or local figure with ties to the Knight family.
Supporting character in the sequel, part of Peyton's community network.
A successful TV journalist who falls into deep depression and experiences panic attacks after his perfect life collapses. He creates a second identity to confront his past and embark on a journey to recapture what he lost.
Aiden is Hugo's brother, returning home later in the Christmas week after Kate has already planned family chores and activities. He becomes romantically involved with Madelyn, adding another relationship to the family's holiday story while Hugo decides his own future with Patrick.
Justin is Katherine’s romantic partner. He encourages her while they bowl, later arranges a romantic evening, tells her he loves her, and asks her to marry him; she accepts. His questions about Katherine’s honesty regarding her background contribute to a conflict that precedes her losing her position.
Resident or relative with personal stakes in the cold case
Finn Blake is Mason's brother and has kept secrets about the danger surrounding their family. He admits that he accepted money from dangerous people in exchange for a baby, claiming his sister agreed, and says he owes money to people capable of killing them. After disappearing, he agrees to meet Mason and help protect Grace, but becomes the target of a deadly ultimatum.
A police investigator who is grieving after an officer is killed in the line of duty. Despite feeling unready to return, she accepts Senator Pitfield’s request to lead the investigation into his daughter Karen’s disappearance. She examines the family and campaign staff, investigates Kyle Randall, and grows suspicious of Malcolm Gitteridge.
Chad Connell has 38 screen credits in a career dating back to 1999. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Flower Shop Mystery Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Steel, The Love Subscription, Good Sam. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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