Title character and main protagonist, a British detective inspector who reprises his role from Inspector Morse and leads investigations in Oxford.
A sergeant serving with the British Indian Army, Sgt. Hardy is posted alongside Sikh Kip to clear German mines and booby traps in Italy. His role connects him to the military engineering work that brings Kip into Hana's isolated monastery setting, although the plot summary gives no further personal storyline.
A persistent stalker who relentlessly calls Chloe, follows the kidnappers, confronts them, and ultimately facilitates the police arrival that leads to Stan's arrest.
Dr. Carr is Katy's widowed father, whom she finds difficult to manage at times. Her aunt helps him, but a tragic accident changes Katy's outlook on life. The summary does not specify what Dr. Carr does beyond being her father or describe his role after the accident.
A husband of 27 years who begins an affair with coworker Pamela, prompting a divorce filing. He hires lawyer Steve Hollister and initially seeks custody of the family dog Bounder. He ultimately ends the affair and reconciles with his wife.
Joe is a Home Guard member and the central figure in the story. He struggles to lead local men through dangerous wartime duties, including responding to a bomb, while coping with Billy Nicholson's death and uncertainty about his marriage. He is Sheila's father, Alan's father, Harry's old friend, and a man seeking companionship after his wife leaves.
Gerry's teacher at school, Mr. Caird bullies him during the two weeks Gerry attends in exchange for the promise of free football tickets. Gerry and Sewell later try to rob the teacher's house in revenge, but they nearly get caught.
Kevin Whately has 38 screen credits in a career dating back to 1974. Signature works include Lewis, Inspector Morse, The English Patient. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
