A former MI5 spy in her late seventies and a key member of the Thursday Murder Club. Married to Stephen, she is known for her love of secrets and storytelling.

A retired actor and trades union official who now lives at Coopers Chase and is an enthusiastic member of the Thursday Murder Club. Ron is characterized by his recognizable West Ham shirts and is open to new experiences.

A psychiatrist and member of the Thursday Murder Club, who enjoys solving puzzles and talking to criminals. Known for his keen intellect, he assists with various cases.

An ally of the Thursday Murder Club, always ready to undertake tasks for Elizabeth. Bogdan is pragmatic and develops romantic feelings for police constable Donna.

Elizabeth's husband, a character faced with the challenges of dementia. Despite his memory issues, he plays a critical role in solving mysteries alongside Elizabeth.

A Ukrainian former KGB agent and foil to Elizabeth, known for his intelligence and persuasive nature. He becomes entangled with the Thursday Murder Club due to his past.

Originally known as the Viking, he is characterized by his substantial wealth gained through cryptocurrency. He has a complex relationship with the Thursday Murder Club.

A gangster with connections to VAT fraud, Jack is a figure entrenched in a criminal lifestyle. He is involved with several key characters throughout the narrative.

A 61-year-old newscaster on South East Tonight known for being a public figure and friend to Bethany. He faces personal challenges and helps connect various plot threads.

A former newscaster on South East Tonight from a younger generation than Mike. Her investigative work and disappearance are central to the mystery in the narrative.

A makeup artist on South East Tonight who becomes romantically involved with Ron. She helps various characters navigate personal concerns and challenges.

A host on Stop the Clock, catapulting to fame after joining South East Tonight. Fiona encounters Elizabeth and Joyce in their investigative efforts.

The chief constable and antagonist, whose aspirations lead to a double life involving crime. He is known for his vanity and involvement in publishing detective novels.

A police officer and partner to Chris, working together on cases with ties to her personal life. Donna is involved in relationships that enrich her character development.

A police officer working with Donna to investigate criminal cases. He maintains professional and personal connections with various characters in the story.

A prison inmate holding VIP status, with a complex past involving other characters. As a savvy and bright woman, she uses her position to influence events.

A prisoner entangled in the VAT fraud case, known for her blackmail situation and personal interests, such as writing poetry. Her narrative is central to unfolding events.