Local detective who frequently collaborates with Hannah on murder investigations.
Lake Eden police detective and Hannah's romantic partner who assists in criminal investigations.
A police officer who is passed over for the robbery investigation leadership role. He works undercover as a nanny, observes the neighborhood, gathers evidence, and continues pursuing the case after being removed from the official investigation.
Dedicated police detective and Hannah's fiancé
Lake Eden police detective who collaborates with Hannah on murder cases.
Lake Eden police detective who partners with Hannah, often skeptical but respectful of her insights.
Scott Morris is a television reporter on Wake Up Upstate who covers generous acts across the community, including a benefit concert and the mysterious Christmas donations. He becomes romantically interested in Jamie Monroe, but later prepares to investigate the suspicious person presented as the Secret Santa.
Dylan is a local community member who helps Janie reconnect with her hometown by taking her to a diner and explaining why Winter Wonderland matters to local businesses and the town’s identity. He supports Janie’s festival work, challenges her when she considers leaving, and ultimately offers to finish the event while respecting her decision.
Jacob Kelly is a novelist and college teacher married to Allison Kelly. He becomes increasingly interested in Kate Randall, then loses his job after she accuses him of attacking her. Jacob claims Kate is framing him, isolates her in his house, and tries to convince her that Allison has abandoned him so they can be together.
Detective and Hannah's fiancé, often working alongside her on murder cases.
Dedicated police detective and Hannah's romantic partner who collaborates on cases.
A local detective who investigates serious crimes while developing a close partnership and romance with Hannah.
Cameron Mathison has 51 screen credits in a career dating back to 1988. Their work is anchored in the Hannah Swensen Mysteries Collection universe with 8 titles. Signature works include A Very Arctic Christmas, Murder, She Baked: Just Desserts, Murder, She Baked: A Chocolate Chip Cookie Mystery. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
