Lucy Rice's husband and one of the Klansmen whom Marsha Mitchell recognizes at the jail killing. He claims he was coerced and intoxicated, but later attempts to assault Marsha, kidnaps her, and takes her to a Klan rally. In the final chaos, he shoots Lucy and is killed by a police officer.
'Big Ed' Somers is Arthur 'Cody' Jarrett's right-hand man who assumes control of the gang during Arthur 'Cody' Jarrett's imprisonment. He uses Verna Jarrett's involvement in Ma Jarrett's murder to secure her loyalty and pays Roy Parker to kill Arthur 'Cody' Jarrett. After the prison escape, Arthur 'Cody' Jarrett kills him after being told he caused Ma Jarrett's death.
Bryant is one of the Marlow brothers and is responsible for violent actions in the struggle over the Robles land. He recognizes Reb as a dangerous outlaw and later tells him that Will helped set the fire that destroyed the Hollister family home. His violence intensifies the conflict facing Martin and the Robles family.
Matt is Bess's estranged husband and the father of Annie and Abraham. After leaving his family while alcoholic, he returns to Arkansas sober and works as Bess's handyman. He tries to reconnect with his children, rescues them from several dangers, and ultimately regains Bess's love, though his drinking remains a source of conflict.
Peter Allendine is an upperclassman and football star at Carlisle who nearly comes to blows with Jim. The two compete for the affections of Margaret Miller, making Peter a rival to Jim during their school years. The plot summary does not describe a later role for him or explain how their rivalry is resolved.
Steve Hunt is the producer of the Copacabana nightclub who is pressured into auditioning Carmen and the supposedly separate Mlle. Fifi. He is attracted to both identities and initially asks Fifi out, while Lionel claims to be engaged to Carmen. Steve later admits that his interest in Fifi was professional and that he truly loves Anne Stuart.
Sinister businessman and primary antagonist who murders an Eskimo to steal a map and steals his sled dog. He conspires to trap Peter Keith's ship, attempts to seize Keith's cargo and wife, kills the ship's cook, and attacks Dolores. Later, he murders Frank Hudson after discovering a forged will, but is ultimately killed by the Eskimo's loyal dog while pursuing Keith.
A boxer whose drunken behavior leads to Burleigh intervening when he molests Susie. Speed is accidentally knocked out during the resulting commotion, and later publicity makes Burleigh appear to be a formidable fighter. He and Susie become a couple, and he eventually loses to Burleigh after falling asleep during their bout.
Rebellious gangster and former underling of George Castleman. He is seduced by Ethel while investigating Castleman's plans, becomes entangled in a violent clash, and is fatally shot during a confrontation between rival factions.
One of Yellowleg's restless companions, Billy is drawn into the journey after meeting Kit and becomes attached to her. When Turk reveals a larger scheme and behaves threateningly toward Kit, Billy insists on staying with her despite the danger. His loyalty to Kit puts him at odds with the risks surrounding Turk's plans and the travelers' stolen money.
George is the gang's leader and a cold, ruthless killer who directs the criminal group's terrorizing bank and payroll robberies across North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland. He shows no distinction between armed guards and the gang's own molls, shooting anyone who crosses him.
A small-time crook who rises from running narcotics to becoming the Syndicate's top man through ruthless ambition. He loves Teresa, hires her and her brother Ernie, and kills Ernie when he threatens to expose him. After surviving an attack, Joe is betrayed and shot by his longtime associate Black Frankie.
Steve Cochran has 52 screen credits in a career dating back to 1945. Their work is anchored in the Boston Blackie Collection universe with 2 titles. Signature works include The Tanks Are Coming, The Beat Generation, I, Mobster. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
