Melody Perkins is a shy but mischievous preteen whose relationship with Daniel drives the central conflict. She is initially embarrassed by his attention, but eventually returns his feelings and agrees that they should marry immediately. Together, she and Daniel defy the adults, survive the chaotic confrontation, and escape with help from Ornshaw.
Pauline Cox is the central victim who attends a village cricket match with her boyfriend. After wandering off to a railway halt, she is later attacked, sexually assaulted, and strangled to death by Ewen in an apple orchard.
Tracy Hyde has 5 screen credits in a career dating back to 1971. Signature works include Melody, The Orchard End Murder, Dead End. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
