Angie Everett is one of the series’ two protagonist private investigators. She works in Toronto with Matt Shade to solve crimes, making her the other central member of the investigative duo that drives the series.
Carmen is a determined journalist investigating the disappearances in Alvainia despite lacking permission from Dale. She leads Marcus and Sara into the forest, discovers the shrine, becomes possessed after seeing the statue, kills several villagers, and is ultimately subdued and killed when the protective mask is embedded over her face.
Archer is a police lieutenant who approaches Chris about returning to police work. Archer discusses Ken’s complaints about Hatton and the possibility of moving Ken to another unit, then asks Chris for an encrypted recording and offers help. Chris insists that Archer first explain his departure and what happened on his final night.
Supporting local figure featured in mid-series cases. Her involvement intersects with Jesse's investigations into organized crime and local homicides, providing key contextual clues.
Addie is the central character, a lonely and self-conscious woman who tries to spread Christmas cheer despite feeling awkward and unlucky. After wishing for love, she unintentionally causes Pete to fall for her, then struggles to repair the damage while hiding the truth from Sam.
A minor townsfolk or supporting character.
A person Chloe speaks with about her changing feelings toward Seth. Chloe admits that she may dislike him less than before while denying that she has romantic feelings for him.
Zoe Ravena is a stripper and Evan Lauker's second wife, though Nicole initially believes Evan was married only to her. After Evan's apparent death, Zoe helps Nicole connect their matching bird statues to Evan's hidden identity. She joins Nicole and Earl MacDuff in pursuing the truth and survives Evan's attempt to kill her.
Jill is Peter's fiancée at the beginning of the story. Nineteen days before Christmas, she ends their engagement and tells him that he is an emotionally detached workaholic. Her decision turns Peter's life upside down and precedes his renewed connection with music and his involvement in the shelter choir.
Cindy Sampson has 33 screen credits in a career dating back to 2001. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Maneater with 2 titles. Signature works include Private Eyes, Royally Yours, This Christmas, The Shrine. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
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