Wealthy merchant whose death leaves Cinderella vulnerable.
Covertly scouts the summit of Hill 210 to assess the Japanese stronghold. Receives a letter from his wife stating she has fallen in love with another man and is filing for divorce.
Head of operations who voices ethical concerns about sensationalizing the crisis. He warns against prioritizing ratings over human lives, urges caution before broadcasting unconfirmed news, and becomes horrified upon discovering the fatal consequences of the false rescue report.
Sam is Cassie’s new investigative partner and initially challenges her certainty that Richard and Justin are involved. Although he follows the evidence implicating Ray, he eventually accepts Cassie’s reasoning and continues investigating with her. He also becomes personally involved with Cassie while learning about her trauma.
An introverted and lonely bank clerk who orders a mail-order bride online. He is kidnapped and forced to steal from his bank to pay a ransom, later realizing he has been scammed. He ultimately helps rescue Sophia and travels to Russia with her.
A photographer who calls Abby's radio show for advice. He is initially attracted to Noelle's physical beauty but realizes he has fallen deeply in love with Abby's mind, voice, and authentic personality.
A handyman at the local manor who becomes a father figure to Angus. He explains the lore of the Water Horse, teaches Angus discipline, and assists in hiding and eventually releasing the creature. He helps revive Angus after the lake incident.
A Cambridge archaeologist brought in by Charles Phillips to lead a larger excavation team. He is portrayed as professionally ambitious but emotionally distant, neglecting his wife Peggy during the dig.
Harry's former partner-in-crime who recruits him into the criminal underworld. Loyalty wavers as he navigates his boss Rob Gant's violent demands, ultimately becoming a target of Gant's paranoia.
Peter Kelson is a writer who researches serial killers, pathological narcissism, and parapsychology. Identified through Henry Birdson's translated notes, he becomes the focus of Maya Larkin's investigation and learns that he is destined to embody evil. After killing members of his family, he transforms and is shot by Maya.
A dream-world apparition connected to the local hotel and its history. He appears to Hall more than once and guides him back toward the town, serving as a mysterious literary and supernatural presence within Hall's developing story.
A working-class man who becomes involved with Iona. Represents a simpler, more authentic life that contrasts with the wealth and materialism of the Aylesbury circle. His relationship helps Iona face her emotional detachment and ultimately rebuild her life with a new outlook.
Ben Chaplin has 44 screen credits in a career dating back to 1979. Their work is anchored in the Cinderella universe with 1 titles. Signature works include The Thin Red Line, Cinderella, September 5. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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