Blackwood son engaging in cattle ranching and family rivalries.
Tyler Brock is the owner of the second-largest trading company and Dirk Struan's bitter rival, consistent with his existing profile. His hostility threatens Dirk's position, and he uses Dirk's debts against him. He also reacts with deadly violence when a crewman handles his daughter Tess improperly, while his son Gorth is involved in the struggle for influence.
Crippins is the Lofthouse household's butler and the hidden protector of Jonathon. Phryne deduces that he is Jonathon's real father and that he has been carrying out the attacks to protect him from the consequences of the past. At the tomb, he attempts to take the jewels but is stopped by Jonathon.
Eric Connolly is a known gambling identity who becomes involved with Dave Davis's attempts to exploit the horse's success through shady betting schemes. His presence highlights the commercial pressures surrounding the racing career, while Harry Telford explicitly wants no part in those activities.
John Stanton has 25 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work is anchored in the Jason Blade Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Anzacs: In the Face of War, Big Brother of Christmas Island, Touring Australia. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
